Green Bean Tomato Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this Green Bean Tomato Salad is the perfect side dish to brighten your table. Crisp-tender blanched green beans are paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a refreshing medley of textures. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing featuring olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard, this easy-to-make salad is ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it fresh or chilled for a healthy, gluten-free, and delicious addition to any meal.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams Green beans
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 30 grams Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2
Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them in half for easier eating, if desired.
Step 3
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 3 minutes, until they are crisp-tender and bright green.
Step 4
Immediately drain the green beans and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Let them cool for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
Step 5
Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion.
Step 6
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 8
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
Step 9
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 10
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled option.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 878.4 grams (878.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 627 |
| Total Fat 45.00g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat 6.90g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1904mg | 83% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.40g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.80g | 64% |
| Total Sugars 24.90g | |
| Protein 12.60g | 25% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 273mg | 21% |
| Iron 8mg | 43% |
| Potassium 1963mg | 42% |
Source of Calories