Italian Green Bean Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Green Bean Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Tender-crisp blanched green beans are tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy red onions, and fragrant fresh basil, then drizzled with a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a savory finish, elevating every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant salad is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a chilled appetizer at summer barbecues or a quick, healthy addition to your weeknight dinner table. Simple, wholesome, and irresistibly flavorful, this Italian-inspired recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 10 grams fresh basil leaves
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Trim the ends off the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Blanch the green beans for 3-5 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
Step 3
Drain the green beans and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely slice the red onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and basil leaves (tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces if they are large).
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top and give the salad one final toss.
Step 9
Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving for a chilled option.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 899.6 grams (899.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 840 |
| Total Fat 66.60g | 85% |
| Saturated Fat 14.50g | 73% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium 1735mg | 75% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.60g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.40g | 73% |
| Total Sugars 25.60g | |
| Protein 24.00g | 48% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 577mg | 44% |
| Iron 6mg | 34% |
| Potassium 1686mg | 36% |
Source of Calories