Liven up your gloomy winter days with a festive serving of this delicious salad recipe.

INGREDIENTS

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
1 tablespoon water
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped celery

• Boil beans in a saucepan with water. Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes. Drain and use cold water to rinse. Transfer beans in a large bowl and add onion.
• In a separate bowl, place the tomatoes.
• Use a small bowl to combine lemon juice, oil, water, salt and pepper. Pour mixture over the vegetables, tossing until coated. Chill covered for an hour or longer.
• Combine celery with the bean mixture. Place on a serving platter and surround with tomatoes.