Green Beans with Garlic Vinaigrette
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful Green Beans with Garlic Vinaigrette. This quick and easy recipe transforms fresh, tender-crisp green beans into a gourmet delight with the help of a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Blanched to perfection and tossed in a warm mixture of olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, these green beans strike the perfect balance between tangy and savory. Whether served warm or chilled, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a healthy and delicious side. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with everything from roasted chicken to grilled salmon.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Meanwhile, trim the ends of the green beans and set them aside.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Prepare a large bowl filled with ice water. Immediately transfer the green beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small skillet over medium heat, add 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Once warm, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Slowly whisk in the warm garlic-infused olive oil until the vinaigrette is fully emulsified.
Place the green beans in a large mixing bowl and drizzle the garlic vinaigrette over them. Toss well to coat evenly.
Transfer the dressed green beans to a serving platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours if serving chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1354 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1001 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.
