Boiled Italian Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Boiled Italian Salad, a wholesome blend of tender potatoes, crisp green beans, sweet carrots, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny black olives, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. This easy-to-make recipe pairs fresh, nutrient-packed vegetables with a bold mix of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic to create a flavor-packed side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Italian-inspired salad is topped with fragrant basil leaves for a fresh, herbaceous finish and can be served warm or at room temperature. Whether you’re looking for a healthy lunch idea or a colorful addition to your dinner spread, this delightful dish is sure to impress. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or potlucks, it’s a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Potatoes
• 200 grams Green beans
• 2 medium Carrots
• 150 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 50 grams Black olives
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized chunks.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into 2-inch pieces.

Step 3

Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Add the green beans and carrots to the pot with the potatoes and boil for an additional 5-7 minutes until all the vegetables are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

While the vegetables are boiling, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 7

Drain the boiled vegetables and let them cool slightly. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 8

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the mixing bowl along with the black olives and fresh basil leaves.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything gently until well combined.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve the salad warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1008.5 grams (1008.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	956

Total Fat 50.10g	64%
Saturated Fat 7.50g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2058mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 122.00g	44%
Dietary Fiber 21.10g	75%
Total Sugars 21.70g
Protein 17.20g	34%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 3410mg	73%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.7%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 48.4%