Active Time

　　20 minutes

　　Total Time

　　20 minutes

　　Romano beans, also known as Italian flat beans, are pleasantly mild and sweet. Tossing them in this quick vinaigrette adds a robust, pungent flavor—they will complement any summery main dish.

　　

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. cider vinegar

　　1 tsp. Dijon mustard

　　1 tsp. chopped thyme

　　1 small garlic clove, minced

　　1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

　　2 1/2 lb Romano (flat) beans, trimmed

　　

Step 1

Whisk together vinegar, mustard, thyme, garlic, and 1/2 tsp each of kosher salt and pepper, then whisk in oil in a slow stream until well-blended.

　　

Step 2

Cook beans in a large pot of well-salted boiling water until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain, then toss with dressing and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.