My Mother's Bean and Carrot Salad

Bright, fresh, and full of nostalgic charm, "My Mother's Bean and Carrot Salad" is a vibrant side dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This quick and easy recipe combines tender-crisp green beans, sweet carrots, and the subtle bite of red onion, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing featuring olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Blanching the vegetables enhances their natural color and crunch, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Perfect as a make-ahead picnic staple or a light accompaniment to your favorite main, this salad is ready in just 20 minutes and is guaranteed to impress with its simple, wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a dish that’s as versatile as it is delightful!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Green beans
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 small Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the green beans and cut into bite-sized pieces. Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds or julienne strips, based on your preference.

Step 2

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the green beans and carrots for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and finely dice the red onion. Finely chop the fresh parsley.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, carrots, diced red onion, and chopped parsley. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add extra salt, pepper, or a splash of vinegar for more tanginess.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(637.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	614.5

Total Fat 44.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1778.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 8.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202.0mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1336.4mg	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: 62.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 32.3%