smoked 3-bean salad
INGREDIENTS
1 Can Great Northern Beans
1/2 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
To Taste salt and pepper
1 Pound Green Beans, fresh
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1 Clove garlic, minced
2 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 Tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
As Needed salt and pepper
PREPARATION
Steps
1
When ready to cook, set temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Pellet Tube if available.
2
Spread drained and rinsed beans out of a sheet tray and place directly on the grill grate.
3
Smoke the beans for 15-20 minutes or until they have picked up the desired amount of smoke flavor. Remove from grill and set aside.
4
Increase the temperature to High and preheat. For optimal results, set to 500℉ if available.
5
Toss green beans with 1/2 Tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Spread green beans out on the grill grate and cook 10 minutes or until tender and grill marks appear. Remove from grill and place in the fridge to cool down.
7
While the green beans are cooling make the dressing.
8
For the dressing: Combine shallot, garlic, vinegar and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. While whisking, slowing stream in olive oil until incorporated. Add chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper.
9
Combine all beans in a medium bowl and drizzle with dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper and place in a serving dish. Garnish with more chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!