Simple Green Bean Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly simple, this Green Bean Salad is a light yet flavorful side dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender-crisp blanched green beans tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this salad strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy. Finished with crunchy sliced almonds and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that pairs beautifully with any main course. Serve it immediately or chilled for a refreshing option—this recipe is perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or healthy weeknight dinners. Make your table pop with this easy, healthy green bean salad!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. While the water is heating, trim the ends of the green beans.
Step 2
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for 3-5 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 3
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 2 minutes, then drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 5
In a large serving bowl, toss the cooled green beans with the dressing until evenly coated.
Step 6
Sprinkle the sliced almonds and chopped fresh parsley over the salad for added texture and flavor.
Step 7
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled version.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (618.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 658.2 |
| Total Fat 52.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1330.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.6g | |
| Protein 13.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 256.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1302.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories