Minted Green Bean Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, Minted Green Bean Salad is the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal. Featuring crisp-tender green beans paired with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and fresh, wholesome ingredients. Aromatic fresh mint leaves bring a cooling herbal note, while optional almond slivers add a satisfying crunch that complements the vibrant vegetables. Perfect for summer gatherings, this salad comes together in just 25 minutes with minimal prep and can be served immediately or chilled for convenience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or seeking a healthy addition to your weekly menu, this salad is guaranteed to impress. Keywords: minted green bean salad, fresh herb salad, summer side dish, crisp green beans recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams green beans
- 10 grams fresh mint leaves
- 1 whole lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams almond slivers (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt.
Trim the green beans by cutting off the stem ends, then rinse them under cold water to clean.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until crisp-tender and bright green.
While the beans are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water.
Using a slotted spoon, immediately transfer the cooked green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for 2-3 minutes, then drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, the juice and zest of the lemon, the finely minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper.
Chop the fresh mint leaves into fine ribbons (chiffonade style) and set aside.
Place the cooled green beans in a large mixing bowl. Add the dressing and toss until the beans are evenly coated.
Gently fold in the mint leaves and almond slivers (if using) for an added crunch.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with a few whole mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.8 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 407 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.
