Green Bean and Walnut Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Green Bean and Walnut Salad, a delightful medley of crisp, blanched green beans, toasted walnuts, and thinly sliced red onion, all tossed in a tangy-sweet apple cider vinaigrette. Perfect for serving as a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy main, this salad comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an easy yet elegant option for any occasion. The toasted walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while fresh parsley brings a burst of color and herbaceous flavor. Drizzle with the honey-Dijon dressing for a harmonious balance of zesty, sweet, and savory notes. Serve it chilled for a sophisticated dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 100 grams walnuts
- 1 small red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Trim the ends off the green beans and rinse them well under cold water.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and pat them dry.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans, toasted walnuts, sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 283 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 423 mg | 9% | |
*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.
