Italian New Potato Salad

 

3/4

pound green beans

10

to 12 new potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), cut into fourths

1/4

cup water

1/2

cup Italian dressing or balsamic vinaigrette

1/4

cup chopped red onion

1

can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

• 1 Cut beans in half if desired. In 2-quart microwavable casserole, place beans, potatoes and water. Cover and microwave on High 10 to 12 minutes, rotating dish 1/2 turn every 4 minutes, until potatoes are tender; drain.
• 2 In large glass or plastic bowl, toss beans, potatoes and dressing. Add onion and olives; toss. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.