Name: Microwaved Green Beans with Gouda and Sunflower Seeds
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon whole-grain style Dijon mustard; Salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon torn fresh basil; 1 pound green beans, yellow beans or a mixture; 2 ounces Gouda cheese, cubed; 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds

Description

The easiest way to get green beans which are perfectly tender-crisp: Microwave them for just a few minutes in small batches.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon whole-grain style Dijon mustard
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon torn fresh basil
1 pound green beans, yellow beans or a mixture
2 ounces Gouda cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds

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Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper and basil with a whisk; set aside.
In on a large microwave-safe plate, place half of green beans and 2 tablespoons water; cover loosely with tea towel or paper towel. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes until just tender-crisp and place in serving bowl. Repeat with remaining green beans.
Toss beans with dressing.