Green Bean Salad with Mustard Caper Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Green Bean Salad with Mustard Caper Vinaigrette, a perfect balance of crisp textures and bold flavors. Tender, blanched green beans are tossed with thinly sliced red onion and a zesty vinaigrette made from Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, briny capers, and fragrant garlic. A sprinkle of fresh parsley brings an herby finish, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, healthy salad is ideal for meal prep, picnics, or as a light side dish to grilled meats or seafood. Naturally gluten-free and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a quick yet gourmet-inspired addition to their recipe repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams green beans
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon 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.
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
Immediately transfer the beans to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce its sharpness. Drain and set aside.
Finely mince the garlic and parsley for the vinaigrette.
In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, capers, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans, sliced red onion, and parsley.
Drizzle the mustard caper vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 452 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 278 mg | 6% | |
*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.
