Green Bean Salad with Sweet Peppers

In medium serving bowl combine the oil, lemon juice and mustard and whisk to blend. Add salt and pepper and the chives. Taste for seasoning.

In a medium saucepan bring water to a boil. Add string beans and cook for about 7-10 minutes, depending on their size. Beans should be slightly crisp to the bite. Drain well and place in the bowl with the dressing.

Add the peppers to the string beans. Mix the dressing with the vegetables and toss to combine. Taste for seasoning. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Place the salad on salad plates and serve.