Spanish Green Bean Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Spanish Green Bean Salad is a vibrant and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender-crisp green beans, juicy ripe tomatoes, and the gentle bite of red onion, this salad brings together simple yet flavorful ingredients topped with a zesty dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and sweet paprika. A hint of garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add depth to this colorful dish, while the quick prep time and straightforward cooking techniques make it a must-try for busy home cooks. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to let the bold Spanish-inspired flavors fully shine—a perfect complement to grilled meats, seafood, or served as part of a tapas spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams green beans
• 2 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika (pimentón dulce)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the green beans under cold water, trim the ends, and cut them into approximately 5 cm (2-inch) pieces.

Step 2

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 3

Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their bright green color. Once cooled, drain and set aside.

Step 4

Dice the ripe tomatoes into small cubes and finely chop the red onion. Mince the garlic cloves or crush them into a paste.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, sweet paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Add the cooked green beans, diced tomatoes, and chopped red onion to the bowl. Toss everything together until evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad for garnish.

Step 8

Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1086.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	776.6

Total Fat 58.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3025.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 289.9mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2294.3mg	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: 62.1%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 30.8%