1 1/2 lbs. fresh green beans, cut in half
1/2 to 3/4 c. olive oil (to taste)
1/2 c. packed fresh mint leaves, chopped fine
1/4 c. wine vinegar
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. chopped toasted walnuts
1 c. diced red onion
1 c. crumbled feta cheese or coarsely grated Parmesan cheese

Cook beans until crisp-tender. Drain well; immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain beans again; pat dry with paper towels (can be prepared several hours ahead.)

Combine oil, mint, vinegar, salt, garlic and pepper in food processor or blender. Arrange beans in shallow glass serving bowl. Sprinkle with nuts, onion and cheese. Just before serving, pour dressing over and toss thoroughly. 6 servings.