Lima Bean Salad

1. 1

   To cook the lima beans

2. 2

   Heat a medium saucepan over high heat for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Swirl in 2 tablespoons olive oil, and add the onion, garlic, and thyme.

4. 4

   Saute over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

5. 5

   Add the beans, and cook a few minutes, stirring often to coat the beans with the onion and oil.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper, and add enough water to cover the beans by a few inches.

7. 7

   Simmer 5 to 7 minutes, until the beans are just tender.

8. 8

   Cool and store the beans in the cooking liquid.

9. 9

   To make the salad

10. 10

    Combine the shallots, lemon juice, and a teaspoon salt in a small bowl.

11. 11

    Let sit 5 minutes.

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    Whisk in 5 tablespoons olive oil.

13. 13

    Drain the cooled beans well and toss them with this vinaigrette and a pinch of salt and pepper.

14. 14

    Taste for seasoning and stir in the herbs.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.