Green Bean and Mushroom Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Green Bean and Mushroom Salad, a perfect side dish or light lunch that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Tender-crisp green beans are expertly blanched and tossed with golden sautéed baby bella mushrooms, thinly sliced red onion, and a zesty homemade dressing made with lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of sweetness from honey or maple syrup. Finished with fresh parsley and optional toasted slivered almonds for extra crunch, this colorful salad is a medley of textures and flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes and easily served chilled or at room temperature, it's a simple yet elegant dish ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or any occasion. Perfect for anyone looking for a healthy, plant-based recipe packed with freshness and wholesome ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams fresh green beans
• 200 grams baby bella mushrooms (sliced)
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds (optional, toasted)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them in half if they are long.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until they are soft and golden. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans, cooked mushrooms, and thinly sliced red onion. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped parsley and optional toasted slivered almonds on top for added flavor and crunch.

Step 7

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	698.2 grams (698.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	660

Total Fat 51.40g	66%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1335mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 48.90g	18%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 24.50g
Protein 15.10g	30%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 202mg	16%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1872mg	40%

*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: 64.4%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 27.2%