Green Bean Bacon and Cucumber Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors, this Green Bean Bacon and Cucumber Salad is the perfect combination of crunch and savory goodness. Tender-crisp blanched green beans, crisp cucumber slices, and tangy red onion are paired with crispy bacon for a satisfying balance of textures. A light and zesty vinaigrette made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties it all together, creating a salad that’s equal parts fresh and indulgent. Garnished with vibrant parsley, this salad is a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a light yet hearty meal option. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams green beans
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 large cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Trim the ends off the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Once chilled, drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble or chop into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber (optional) and slice it into thin rounds. Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to form the vinaigrette.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, cucumber slices, red onion, and crumbled bacon.

Step 7

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine and coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle fresh parsley over the salad as a garnish. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for up to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(908.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	826.8

Total Fat 61.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.4g
Cholesterol 47.5mg	0%
Sodium 2500.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 25.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 224.1mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1682.8mg	0%

*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: 64.5%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 23.5%