Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) can green beans, rinsed and drained (or 3/4 lb. fresh in season- trim and steam to tender crisp)
  • 1/2 cup sliced celery
  • 1/2 cup sliced purple onion
  • 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons prepared mustard (we like dijon)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • celery leaves (optional)

Method

  • Combine green beans and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl, toss gently and set aside.
  • Combine vinegar and next 5 ingredients in a small nonaluminum saucepan, place over medium heat, and cook 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Pour over bean mixture, toss gently to coat.
  • Cover and chill 8 hours.
  • Garnish with a celery leaf, if desired.