Green Beans with Walnut Vinaigrette

Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant Green Beans with Walnut Vinaigrette, a perfect combination of crisp-tender green beans, toasted walnuts, and a tangy-sweet dressing. Blanched green beans retain their bright color and satisfying crunch, while a homemade vinaigrette, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, adds a layer of zesty sophistication. The finishing touch? A scattering of fragrant, finely chopped toasted walnuts that bring nutty depth to every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, offering a healthy, gluten-free option that's as delicious as it is beautiful. Try this stunning dish for a refreshing twist on classic vegetable sides!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:7 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 60 grams walnuts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 liters water
• 2 cups ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Bring 3 liters of water and 1 tablespoon of salt (not listed in ingredients) to a boil in a large pot.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 4

Prepare a large bowl with 2 cups of ice cubes and enough cold water to make an ice bath.

Step 5

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked green beans into the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 6

Meanwhile, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove from heat and chop finely.

Step 7

Mince the garlic clove finely or press it using a garlic press.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Place the green beans in a serving bowl. Drizzle the walnut vinaigrette over the top and gently toss to combine.

Step 10

Sprinkle the toasted walnuts over the green beans and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4162.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	956.3

Total Fat 83.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1419.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 18.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 436.1mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1357.4mg	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: 73.8%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 18.9%