Green Bean Salad with Mustard Caper Vinaigrette

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Green Bean Salad with Mustard Caper Vinaigrette, a perfect balance of crisp textures and bold flavors. Tender, blanched green beans are tossed with thinly sliced red onion and a zesty vinaigrette made from Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, briny capers, and fragrant garlic. A sprinkle of fresh parsley brings an herby finish, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, healthy salad is ideal for meal prep, picnics, or as a light side dish to grilled meats or seafood. Naturally gluten-free and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a quick yet gourmet-inspired addition to their recipe repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams green beans
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 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 rinse them under cold water.

Step 3

Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.

Step 4

Immediately transfer the beans to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce its sharpness. Drain and set aside.

Step 6

Finely mince the garlic and parsley for the vinaigrette.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, capers, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 8

In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans, sliced red onion, and parsley.

Step 9

Drizzle the mustard caper vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(645.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	694.1

Total Fat 58.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2509.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 10.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 217.8mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1170.0mg	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: 71.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 22.6%