Heart-Healthy Fresh Green Bean Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Crisp, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Heart-Healthy Fresh Green Bean Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is the perfect addition to any meal. Tender-crisp blanched green beans pair beautifully with juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red onions, and a sprinkle of toasted almonds for satisfying crunch. Tossed in a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette made with Dijon mustard, honey, and extra virgin olive oil, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick, low-calorie side dish packed with antioxidants, healthy fats, and vibrant textures. Serve it fresh or chill it for a refreshing make-ahead option that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 50 grams almonds, sliced
- 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Trim the ends of the fresh green beans and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 3
Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their color. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion. Chop the fresh parsley.
Step 5
In a small skillet, toast the sliced almonds over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the lemon vinaigrette.
Step 7
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad and give it a final toss. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
Step 9
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (928.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 810.7 |
| Total Fat 55.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1344.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.1g | |
| Protein 23.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 391.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2085.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories