Green Bean and Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with garden flavors, this Green Bean and Tomato Salad is a vibrant addition to any table. Featuring tender-crisp blanched green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated with a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and a hint of garlic. Sprinkled with freshly chopped parsley, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free recipe is perfect for a quick side dish, light lunch, or picnic fare. Serve it fresh or chilled for ultimate versatility and enjoy the crisp, tangy balance of flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley.
Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss well to coat evenly.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1348 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1810 mg | 39% | |
*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.
