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Fresh Green Bean Salad: Your New Favorite Side! Green bean salad: whip up this vibrant and healthy side dish in minutes. Crisp green beans, tangy mustard vinaig

Fresh Green Bean Salad: Your New Favorite Side!

Green bean salad: whip up this vibrant and healthy side dish in minutes. Crisp green beans, tangy mustard vinaigrette, and crunchy toasted almonds.
Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed and chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until tender, about 6-8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, vinegar, olive oil, and salt.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the green beans and toss to combine.
  4. Top with the sliced almonds.

Notes

- Blanching Tip: For the brightest green and best texture, immediately plunge the cooked green beans into an ice bath after draining. This stops the cooking process and preserves their vibrant color.
- Make Ahead: The green beans can be cooked and the vinaigrette prepared up to 2 days in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator. Toss them together just before serving to prevent the beans from getting soggy.
- Personal Touch: If you're feeling adventurous, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vinaigrette for a subtle kick!
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.