Haricots Verts with Mustard Vinaigrette

Haricots Verts with Mustard Vinaigrette

INGREDIENTS

Coarse salt

1/2 pound haricots verts trimmed

1/2 teaspoon finely chopped shallot

1 1/2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar

Freshly ground pepper

1/2 teaspoon grainy or smooth Dijon mustard

1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1-Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath. Addsalt to boiling water, then add haricots verts; cook just until beans are bright green all over, 1 to 2 minutes.
STEP 2-Drain beans; rinse immediately with cold water. Transfer to ice-water bath. When chilled completely, drain; pat dry.
STEP 3-Put shallot and vinegar in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Let stand 15 minutes. Whisk in mustard. Whisking constantly, pour in oil in a slow, steady stream until emulsified. Set aside until ready to dress beans; whisk before using.