Marinated Green Beans

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• 3/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

Preparation

1. 1. Cook beans in boiling water to cover 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain.
2. 2. Whisk together vinegar and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl; add beans and onion, tossing to coat. Cover and chill 4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.