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!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans, then blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, until tender but still crisp.

Step 3

Transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.

Step 4

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion. Set aside.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 7

Drizzle the creamy tarragon dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle the slivered almonds on top for added crunch.

Step 9

Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1016.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	848.4

Total Fat 50.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 34.1mg	0%
Sodium 2059.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 32.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 533.0mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2372.2mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 34.6%