Green Beans Marinated in Tomato Vinaigrette
Brighten up your side dish game with these crisp-tender Green Beans Marinated in Tomato Vinaigrette, a vibrant and refreshing recipe perfect for any occasion. Featuring perfectly blanched green beans tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this dish is bursting with flavor. Juicy cherry tomatoes add a pop of sweetness and vibrant color, while fresh basil lends a fragrant, herbal finish. This simple yet elegant recipe is easy to prepare, make-ahead friendly, and ideal for everything from weeknight dinners to holiday spreads. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a healthy, nutrient-packed side that’s sure to impress. Keywords: green beans, tomato vinaigrette, fresh basil, healthy side dish, make-ahead recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the trimmed green beans to the boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes until they are crisp-tender.
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water. Once the green beans are cooked, transfer them immediately into the ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their bright green color. Let them cool for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the vinaigrette and toss gently to coat.
Place the green beans in a serving dish, then pour the tomato vinaigrette mixture over the beans. Toss to combine, ensuring the green beans are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the sliced fresh basil leaves over the top as a garnish.
Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1335 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1458 mg | 31% | |
*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.
