Last week we had a fridge full of fresh beans (from our garden and my parents garden) so I decided to make my Green Bean Salad. This is one of my favourite salads and favourite ways to eat beans. It is also very easy and quick to make. We had both butter beans and green beans on hand so that’s what I used. Once it was made I realised it was quite patriotic and worthy of reposting for Australia Day (it is also one of my oldest posts and has been hiding away in my archives for a while). I finally remembered to take a photo of it as well!
The pear slushies are one of Oscar’s favourites in the hot weather. We always have ice cubes in the freezer during summer (and pears in syrup by the boxful !) so these are always only 5 minutes away. The adults only version is great on a hot summer’s day when you get a few minutes to yourself to sit and chill. 🙂
Green Bean Salad with Egg Topping
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| Serves | 6 |
| Prep time | 30 minutes |
| Cook time | 10 minutes |
| Total time | 40 minutes |
| Allergy / Intolerance | Amines, Artificial Addititives, Artificial Colours, Dairy, Egg, Glutamates, Preservatives, Salicylates, Wheat |
| Suitable for | Dairy / Lactose Free, Gluten Free, RPAH Elimination Diet - Low Chemical / Failsafe |
| Meal type | Salad |
| Misc | Child Friendly, Pre-preparable, Serve Cold |
| Occasion | Barbecue, Casual Party, Picnic |
Ingredients
- 675g green beans (topped and tailed)
- 2 tablespoons butter (or Nutelex)
- 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
- 1 cup home made bread crumbs (refer to basics page, or use rice crumbs)
- 4 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
- 1 egg (hard-boiled and shelled)
Directions
Note
Low Chemical / Failsafe
Variations:
1. Use rice crumbs or Orgran Multigrain crumbs for a gluten-free version,
2. Use Nutelex for a dairy-free version,
3. Use yellow beans, such as butter beans for a colour variation,
4. If eggs are a problem the topping can be made without them, or make two versions (one with, one without egg) and serve them both as a side dish, letting people spoon the topping on after serving.
Refer to the basics page for home made bread crumbs.
Pear Slushy
| Serves | 1 |
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Allergy / Intolerance | Amines, Artificial Addititives, Artificial Colours, Dairy, Egg, Glutamates, Preservatives, Salicylates, Wheat |
| Suitable for | Dairy / Lactose Free, Gluten Free, RPAH Elimination Diet - Low Chemical / Failsafe |
| Meal type | Drink |
| Misc | Child Friendly, Serve Cold |
| Occasion | Barbecue, Birthday Party, Special Occasions |
Ingredients
- 4 pear halves in syrup
- 1/2 cup syrup from pears in syrup
- ice cubes
Directions
| 1. | Place the pears, syrup and a handful of ice cubes into a food processor and whiz until the ice is crushed. |
| 2. | Pour into a chilled glass and serve. |
Note
Low Chemical / Failsafe
If you don't have a food processor that can crush the ice, crush it in a plastic bag with a rolling pin first before adding to the food processor or blender.
Pear Slushy (Adults Only Version)
| Serves | 1 |
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Allergy / Intolerance | Amines, Artificial Addititives, Artificial Colours, Dairy, Egg, Glutamates, Preservatives, Salicylates, Wheat |
| Suitable for | Dairy / Lactose Free, Gluten Free, RPAH Elimination Diet - Low Chemical / Failsafe |
| Meal type | Drink |
| Misc | Serve Cold |
| Occasion | Barbecue, Special Occasions |
Ingredients
- 4 pear halves in syrup
- 1/2 cup syrup from pears in syrup
- Ice cubes
- 1 shot vodka
Directions
| 1. | Place the pears, syrup and a handful of ice cubes into a food processor and whiz until the ice is crushed. |
| 2. | Add the vodka and give a final short pulse on the food processor. |
| 3. | Pour into a chilled glass and serve. |
Note
Low Chemical / Failsafe
If you don't have a food processor that can crush the ice, crush it in a plastic bag with a rolling pin first before adding to the food processor or blender.
