Garlic String Green Bean Salad
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Garlic String Green Bean Salad, a refreshing and flavorful option perfect for any occasion. Crisp, blanched green beans are tossed in a zesty garlic dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for a perfectly balanced taste. The addition of toasted almond slivers and fresh parsley provides irresistible crunch and herbaceous notes, while optional red chili flakes add a subtle kick. Quick and easy to prepare in under 20 minutes, this salad is not only light and healthy but also a versatile choice for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a dish that’s as refreshing as it is satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans (trimmed and washed)
- 4 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 50 grams toasted almond slivers
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2
Add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch for 4-5 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 3
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes.
Step 4
While the green beans cool, prepare the garlic dressing by whisking together minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes in a small mixing bowl.
Step 5
Drain the green beans from the ice water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, toss the dried green beans with the prepared garlic dressing, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 7
Gently fold in the toasted almond slivers and chopped parsley.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Step 9
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (663.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 861.1 |
| Total Fat 68.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2514.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.9g | |
| Protein 22.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 363.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1582.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories