String Bean Salad

1 lb. green string beans
juice of 1 lemon
3 T. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2-3 t. salt

Wash tender, fresh green string beans. Remove stems and strings. Cut into 2 inch pieces. Cook until tender by boiling in plenty of water. Drain. When cool, place in a salad bowl. Dress to taste with lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Makes 4 servings.