Flageolets, black beans and haricot verts with savory seasoning and toasted walnut pesto make enticing lettuce wrap finger foods.

Did you know that walnuts are one of the healthiest foods you can eat?  Walnuts are the only nut that contain a significant amount of omega-3 fatty acids. No other nut even comes close.  Eating a handful of walnuts every day is one small step you can take to protect your heart.  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration even approved a qualified health claim for walnuts, the first ever for a whole food.

To make walnut pesto, place basil, parsley, sage, walnuts, cheese and garlic in food processor and process until finely ground. Add juice, then with motor running slowly add oil and process until mixture is thick and emulsified. Season with salt to taste. Set aside.

toss flageolets, black beans and haricot verts together in large bowl. Add pesto and toss to combine and coat evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Spoon about 3 tablespoons bean mixture onto each of 4 lettuce leaves. Top each with a walnut half and, if desired, garnish with an herb sprig.

Serves 6: 1 serving = 4 leaves with salad Nutrition information per serving:
424 calories, 14g protein, 31g carbohydrate, 4g fiber, 28g total fat, 5g saturated fat, 5mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium.