Green Bean Salad
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5.0
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Green Bean Salad
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This fresh green bean salad is the best of summer produce - crisp-tender green beans, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette dressing. It's a quick, easy, healthy side dish perfect with any entree!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. green beans washed, ends trimmed, and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 10.5 ounces Grape or Cherry Tomatoes halved
- ½ cup red onion finely diced
Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing:
- 2 cloves garlic minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped basil (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped oregano (or ½ teaspoon dried oregano)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook beans in boiling water until crisp-tender (about 2-3 minutes).
- Drain beans, rinse with cold water, and transfer to a bowl full of ice water. Once cool, drain the beans again and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl (or in a jar with a lid) whisk or shake together garlic, herbs, olive oil, and vinegar until completely combined. Season with salt, to taste.
- Once beans are cool, add them to the bowl along with the onion and tomatoes. Toss everything together until coated in dressing. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Dropping the cooked green beans in ice water instantly stops the cooking process, which helps to maintain that vibrant green color and crispy texture – don't skip this step!
- This easy salad would taste delicious dressed in your favorite store-bought Italian dressing or a homemade Italian dressing. For a sweeter dressing, try my Italian Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing (which includes a touch of honey).
- Add cheese! Crumbled feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, or mini Mozzarella cheese balls would all be a great addition to green bean salad.
- Add a bit of extra crunch with pine nuts or toasted slivered almonds. For a smoky flavor, stir in cooked, chopped-up crisp bacon or bacon bits.
- Prep ahead! This salad will keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Refresh the salad with more dressing when serving leftovers.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
0.5cup
Calories
72kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
5.3g
(2%)
Protein
1.2g
(2%)
Fat
5.7g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
0.8g
(4%)
Sodium
5mg
(0%)
Potassium
185mg
(5%)
Fiber
2.1g
(8%)
Sugar
1.7g
(3%)
Vitamin A
12IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
21mg
(23%)
Calcium
3mg
(0%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10(1/2-cup servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 72 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5cup | |
| Calories | 72kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.3g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.2g | 2% |
| Fat | 5.7g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8g | 4% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 185mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1.7g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 12IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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6 reviews
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