To blanch fresh green beans: Bring a large pot of well, salted water to a rapid boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Trim and cut beans. When water comes to a rapid boil, carefully add beans to the water.
Boil for 2-4 minutes depending on size. 2 minutes for small beans, 3 for medium and 4 minutes for large beans.
Carefully remove beans from boiling water and plunge into ice bath. When beans have cooled, place on paper towels to dry and then add to salad.
This 4 bean salad recipe is gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan.