Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallot
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon
  • 1/2 a lemon, juice of
  • 1 1/2 lbs red potatoes
  • 1/2 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • Combine mayonnaise, Dijon, vinegar, shallots, tarragon and lemon juice in a large bowl for the dressing; set aside.
  • Boil potatoes in salted water for 10 minutes. Add green beans; cook until potatoes are tender when pierced, 3-4 minutes. Remove potatoes and beans; plunge the vegetables in ice water to cool. Drain, then quarter potatoes.
  • Toss potatoes and green beans with dressing to coat; season with salt and pepper. Serve salad chilled or at room temperature.