Instructions: Whisk together sugar and vinegar until sugar dissolves. Stir in red pepper and garlic; cover and let stand 4 hours.

Cook green beans and carrot in boiling water 1 minute; drain. Plunge into ice water to stop cooking process; drain.

Pour vinegar mixture over vegetables, tossing to coat. Let stand 1 hour before serving.

This recipe yields 4 to 6 appetizer servings.

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