Green Beans and Tomatoes in a Pesto Vinaigrette

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Green Beans and Tomatoes in a Pesto Vinaigrette, a delightful combination of crisp-tender green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty homemade pesto dressing. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and features bold Mediterranean flavors with creamy basil pesto, tangy red wine vinegar, and aromatic garlic. Perfect as a light side dish or a refreshing salad, it's topped with optional toasted pine nuts for a nutty crunch. Serve it freshly made or lightly chilled for a versatile dish that's ideal for weeknights or summer gatherings. Cleverly simple and bursting with fresh produce, this recipe is a healthy and flavorful crowd-pleaser! Keywords: green bean salad, pesto vinaigrette, Mediterranean side dish, summer salad recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams green beans
• 250 grams cherry tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons basil pesto
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. While waiting, prepare a bowl of ice water.

Step 2

Trim the ends off the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.

Step 3

Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 2–3 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Immediately transfer them to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and set them aside.

Step 5

To prepare the pesto vinaigrette, whisk together the basil pesto, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and grated garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans and halved cherry tomatoes.

Step 7

Pour the pesto vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss until everything is well coated.

Step 8

If using, toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant.

Step 9

Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the dish before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving for a slightly cooler dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	758.9

Total Fat 60.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 10.8mg	0%
Sodium 1995.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.9g
Protein 17.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360.0mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1817.8mg	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: 68.3%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 22.9%