This crisp green bean salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish that is perfect for summer barbecues or picnics. Made with fresh green beans, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Give this easy recipe a try and enjoy the crispness of the green beans combined with the burst of flavors from the other ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, drain again.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the cherry tomatoes and red onion mixture. Toss to combine.
- Add the cooled green beans to the bowl and gently toss with the dressing and vegetables.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Interesting Facts
Green beans are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K.
This salad can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers to customize the salad according to your taste.