Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Lemon

Directions

• In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook beans 3 to 8 minutes or until tender.
• Drain and place in a large bowl.
• Add olive oil, lemon zest, hazelnuts, salt and pepper.
• Beans may be made 1 day ahead, chilled and covered.
• Reheat beans, preferably in a microwave.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil1
• 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1/3 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
• salt and pepper to taste