Garlic Vinaigrette Over Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Garlic Vinaigrette Over Green Beans recipe, a perfect blend of crisp-tender green beans and a zesty homemade dressing. Freshly blanched green beans are cooled in an ice bath to preserve their bright green hue and snap, then tossed in a tangy vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, is an ideal accompaniment to any meal, whether served cold or room temperature. Packed with flavor and simple to prepare, it’s a fresh and healthy side dish that will impress at both casual dinners and holiday tables. Perfect for those seeking versatile vegetable dishes with a delicious garlic kick!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 liter water, for blanching
- 1 bowl ice, for ice bath
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt.
Trim the ends off the green beans if they aren't already trimmed.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch for 2-3 minutes, until they are bright green and crisp-tender.
Prepare a large bowl of ice water. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, immediately transfer the blanched green beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2-3 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and emulsified.
Place the chilled green beans in a serving bowl. Pour the garlic vinaigrette over the green beans and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1324 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1006 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
