Green Bean Salad with a Creamy Tarragon Dressing
Brighten up your table with this Green Bean Salad with a Creamy Tarragon Dressing, the perfect combination of fresh, vibrant flavors and a luscious, herb-infused dressing. Tender-crisp blanched green beans are paired with juicy cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onion, then tossed in a tangy, silky dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a hint of fresh tarragon. A sprinkle of optional slivered almonds adds a satisfying crunch to this refreshing side dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is a healthy, gluten-free option that works beautifully as a light lunch or a side for barbecues, potlucks, and holiday dinners alike. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld and shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g green beans
- 200 g cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 red onion
- 120 ml Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 50 g slivered almonds (optional)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.
Trim the ends of the green beans, then blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, until tender but still crisp.
Transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion. Set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped tarragon, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Drizzle the creamy tarragon dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
If desired, sprinkle the slivered almonds on top for added crunch.
Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 2060 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2372 mg | 50% | |
*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.
