I feel like we’re stuck on a rut lately. We’re so busy during the week that by the time the weekend rolls around we’re too tired to do anything. We don’t go out as much as we used to nor are we doing as many projects. I know this is in part because it’s wintertime, which makes me want to stay in under a blanket as long as I can… hopefully things will get more exciting in the following weeks. One thing we did do this weekend, though? Saw Argo and liked it. I also want to see Silver Linings Playbook. Maybe this way I’ll have an opinion by the time the Oscars roll around. Anyone have any movie recommendations? Oh and I also started on the stencil for the living room accent chair, but I’ll need a few more days to finish it.
As for the recipe, today I bring you guys a warm salad. It’s a dish Andoni has made a few times lately and we really enjoy it: steamed green beans with hard boiled eggs and potatoes, all served warm and drizzled with a vinaigrette. Very easy to do and perfect for a light lunch. No quantities in the ingredient list because, well, it’s just a salad after all.
Green Bean Salad
- Potatoes
- Eggs
- Green beans
For the vinaigrette
- 2 parts olive oil : 1 part vinegar (for example cider vinegar)
- Onions, very thinly diced
- Red and green bell pepper, very thinly diced (note: we didn’t have red bell pepper when we prepared it this time but I think it adds great color to the dish)
Fill a medium sized pot with water and set the water to boil. Add some salt and boil the potatoes for approximately 20-25 minutes, depending on size. Remove potatoes from the pot and let them cool a bit before removing the skin. In the same water, hard boil the eggs (approximately 10 minutes). In the meantime, cut the green beans in julienne and steam them, anywhere from 5-10 minutes, depending on how cooked you like them. Prepare the vinaigrette by mixing 2 parts olive oil to 1 part vinegar in a jar with a lid, adding the diced onion and bell pepper, then shaking the jar.
We have also been tired and not up to a lot these days. This weekend other than going to Ikea (to look for the mini greenhouse * and some frames) we mostly stayed inside.
This recipe looks as delicious as it is simple.
Do watch The Silver Linings playbook. I absolutely loved it, it is very very well acted, and very good (it’s in ways similar to Garden State or Waiting for Forever both of which I really really liked). It also made me think of The Marriage Plot (the book by Jeffrey Eugenides).
Have a nice week!
*Oh I meant to say that in the end we did not get the greenhouse. I love it, but it does not fit anywhere in our house, not in the kitchen, not by the windowsills… we would have to put it in the floor. Or maybe I’ll figure out a way to make a space for it.
Oh no that’s too bad! And thanks for the movie rec. I’ll definitely have to watch it then!
We went to see Django last week, it is amazing, but very gory in a the way only Tarantino does. I also really liked Les Mis.
xox
I was going to go see Django last week with a friend but she had to cancel and we have yet to reschedule. To be honest the fact that’s 3h long kind of turns me off but everyone has said awesome things about it!
That looks delicious! I’ll have to give that a go this weekend!
Thanks! Glad you liked it!
I feel kind of like we’re in a rut too. It’s been awhile since I finished something- not for a lack of trying but I just seem to be in the middle of all the projects. haha. This salad looks quite yummy and easy!
Yeah we’re in the middle, too! Doesn’t really make for good blog posts.
Ainhoa (& Andoni), the food always look delicious! I know a lot of people are looking at the Homies on Apartment Therapy (specificy the DIY&Project Award) but I wanted to let you know in case you hadn’t seen it yet that I nominated you for the Best Food Photography Blog. I don’t actually read many blogs that do food but I really think yours (especially the photography) is always awesome!
We’re so flattered!! Seriously, I saw someone had nominated the blog (& it wasn’t my mom!) and I was stunned. Thank you so, so much
Haha – My hubby nominated me. LOL. I saw the category and you instantly popped in my head!
Have a great week!
Hahah that’s awesome. Thanks again!
Looks like the perfect lunch!
And to me, you guys are doing a lot!! i can’t wait to see that chair when it’s done =)
Thanks Kelly! We’re choosing the paint today!
I think your mood will perk right up with the evenings get lighter, don’t you?
Love your food photography. Awesome!!
Voted for you on the Homies!
Feeling better now?
Thought so
Thanks! You’re right, when the days get longer it’s always better.
I love your pictures. Where do we vote?
You guys are making me blush! It’s for the Homies (Food Photography) here: http://www.thekitchn.com/best-food-photography-on-a-blog-the-homies-2013-183569
You are also in the DIY category. I voted for you both places
You’re right! Thanks!
Totally going to sign up and vote for you on the Homies. Your food pics are crazy (in a good way)!
I am DYING to get to the movies.. it’s tough with a toddler and a pregnant wife (I’m not complaining, I’m very lucky). I still need to see Skyfall and Argo is on my list. I’m saving up my babysitter event for when the new Star Trek comes out and probably the new Superman as well. Silver Linings Playbook is set in Philly and apparently the family are giant Eagles fans, heard it’s a great film.
Thanks John, I really appreciate it! I haven’t seen Skyfall but I do like the soundtrack so maybe I will when it comes out on DVD or iTunes or something. And I had no idea the new Superman movie was coming out soon.
I remember when I was younger movies took several months to come out in Spain – I could watch a movie in the US while I was there during the summer and it didn’t get here until a few months later. Now it only takes a week at most!
I really want to see Silver Linings Playbook. I love both Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence!
PS. I want to eat that salad RIGHT. NOW.
Yeah the cast is a big reason for wanting to see it. Also in Spanish they translated the title to “The Good Side of Things” and it drew me instantly.