Green Beans With Walnut Miso Sauce

1. 1

   Bring pot of water to a boil and salt it.

2. 2

   blanch beans in water until they are bright green and just tender, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain and refresh in cold water, then drain again.

4. 4

   Place in a serving bowl.

5. 5

   Grate ginger over bowl, then place in small fine strainer and press out juice, about a teaspoon.

6. 6

   Combine ginger juice with miso, walnuts, 2 tablespoons water and soy sauce in blender and blend until smooth, stopping machine and scraping down sides if necessary.

7. 7

   (You may add a little water or soy sauce if mixture is too thick.).

8. 8

   Toss beans in sauce, and serve at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.