Green Bean Salad with Caramelized Onions

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced into thin rings
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons minced oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 pound haricot verts or small green beans, trimmed
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium; cook 15 to 20 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring frequently. Add balsamic vinegar, and cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add tomatoes.
2. Cook haricot verts in boiling water 2 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Set aside.
3. Combine haricot verts, onion mixture, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Serve immediately.