Runner Beans salad

British runner beans

British-grown runner beans are at their best during July and Augest. They can be boiled or steamed - top and tail and remove stringy bits before slicing and cooking.

Runner bean salad

Whish together 3 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Season, add a crushed garlic clove, a finely chopped shallot and a tablespoon of roughtly chopped capers. Trim 450g runner beans and cut into 1cm pices. Cook in simmering water for 5-8 minutes. Drain in a colander, rised undercold tap for a few seconds. Toss in the dressing.