Best 7 Easy Cold Green Bean Salad Recipes

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**Refreshing and Vibrant: A Culinary Journey through Easy Cold Green Bean Salad Recipes**

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exploration of easy cold green bean salad recipes. These delectable dishes are not only visually stunning, but also bursting with freshness and nutrition. From classic preparations to innovative twists, our collection caters to diverse palates and preferences. Discover the secrets to creating a perfect green bean salad, characterized by crisp-tender green beans, a medley of vibrant vegetables, and a tantalizing dressing that elevates the entire experience. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure where simplicity meets excellence, resulting in a side dish that will steal the spotlight at any gathering.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Cold Green Bean Salad:** Experience the timeless charm of a traditional green bean salad, featuring crisp green beans, crunchy red onions, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. The perfect balance of flavors makes this recipe a crowd-pleaser.

2. **Balsamic Green Bean Salad:** Elevate your salad game with balsamic vinegar's sweet and tangy notes. This recipe incorporates roasted almonds for a delightful crunch and a sprinkle of crumbled goat cheese for a creamy touch.

3. **Green Bean Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this Middle Eastern-inspired salad. A zesty lemon-tahini dressing coats the green beans, complemented by fresh herbs and a hint of cumin.

4. **Asian Green Bean Salad:** Discover the vibrant flavors of Asia in this delightful salad. A sweet and savory dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil brings an umami-rich explosion to the crisp green beans and crunchy vegetables.

5. **Green Bean Salad with Feta and Pistachios:** Experience a Mediterranean twist with this flavorful salad. Feta cheese adds a tangy saltiness, while pistachios provide a nutty crunch. A simple vinaigrette dressing brings all the elements together harmoniously.

6. **Green Bean Salad with Avocado and Corn:** Embrace the freshness of summer with this vibrant salad. Creamy avocado, sweet corn, and crisp green beans are tossed in a light and tangy dressing, creating a delightful symphony of textures and flavors.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

COLD BEAN SALAD



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Ann Mulford's recipe for Two-Bean Salad doesn't disappoint. The Lincolnville, Maine, reader says, "This mixed salad sure is a winner. I make it a day or so ahead of time and it marinates in the refrigerator. It's simple, just stir every 12 hours." She adds, "And leftovers are great over rice or noodles."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup each chopped green, sweet red and orange peppers
1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beans, cheese, onion, olives, celery and peppers. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 529mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

COLD MARINATED GREEN BEAN SALAD



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I first had this cold green bean salad in Berlin, Germany. The fresh dill and onion in the vinaigrette really brightens it. I have found that this dish goes really well with potatoes.

Provided by ShayShay1022

Time 2h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons minced red onion
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook until crisp tender, about 7 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water (or submerge in a bowl of ice water) to stop the cooking process. Transfer to a bowl.
  • While the beans are cooling, combine dill, onion, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Slowly add oil, whisking to combine. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Pour dressing over the green beans, tossing gently to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 330.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

GREEN BEAN SALAD (EASY ITALIAN RECIPE - SERVED COLD OR HOT)



Green Bean Salad (Easy Italian Recipe - Served Cold or Hot) image

A super quick and easy hot or cold green bean salad, popular in Italy.

Provided by adapted by Christina Conte

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 oz (340 g) fresh green beans (or use frozen)
about 1 tsp salt
1 clove garlic (medium sized) -optional
1.5 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp red wine vinegar -optional

Steps:

  • Snap off the end(s) of the green beans and wash well (if they are fresh). If the beans are really long, you can cut/snap them in half. Frozen bean will be ready to use.
  • Heat enough water in a pot to just cover the beans and bring to a boil. When boiling, toss in the beans. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes then add about ½ tsp of salt. Check to see if they are ready, but you may need to continue cooking for another 1 to 5 minutes. The size of the beans will determine how long they need to cook (mine were ready in about 8 mins).
  • If you want to cool them quickly, or you might have cooked them longer than you wanted to, run them under cold water. If not, just drain and put into a bowl.
  • Add the sliced garlic (if using). If not using garlic, you can add a strong wine vinegar. In Italy, it's either with garlic or vinegar, but not both (according to my mother). Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the beans. Add the red wine vinegar if you didn't add garlic, and finally, salt if necessary (it will almost definitely need more salt).
  • Toss and mix well and either serve immediately, or refrigerate if serving cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 587 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat

COLD GREEN BEAN SALAD



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This is so simple the prep time is next to nothing. My mother served this with rare roast beef sandwiches on Sunday nights.

Provided by Dale

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Bean Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
1 red onion, sliced in rings
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place beans in a serving dish. Toss with onions and salad dressing. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1212.6 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

EASY COLD GREEN BEAN SALAD



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What makes this cold green bean salad so good is that the beans marinate while they are still warm--that way the beans soak up the vinaigrette and become more flavorful.

Provided by barbara

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Bean Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
½ cup balsamic vinegar
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot with lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add beans and cook, uncovered, until soft but still firm to the bite, 7 to 10 minutes. Check often so beans don't overcook.
  • Combine vinegar, olive oil, onion, garlic, parsley, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Drain cooked green beans and mix with dressing in the bowl while still warm. Allow to marinate at room temperature for at least 1 hour. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 402.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

BALSAMIC GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Serve up those green beans in a whole new way-with a green bean salad recipe! The tangy flavors and crunch of these balsamic green beans complement any special meal or holiday potluck. -Megan Spencer, Farmington Hills, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 large red onion, chopped
4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place beans in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, garlic powder, mustard and pepper. Drizzle over beans. Add onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in tomatoes and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SIMPLE GREEN BEAN SALAD



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This salad is soooo easy but extremely delicious! It is great hot, cold, or in between. If I didn't have a huge sweet tooth, I could very happily live on just this salad and crusty bread forever!

Provided by Mel T

Categories     Vegetable

Time 7m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

500 g frozen green beans
2 -3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4-1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Boil or steam green beans until tender-crisp (hint: use a bit of salt in the water to make the beans their greenest).
  • Meanwhile, add garlic and oil to medium-sized serving bowl.
  • Mix.
  • Once they're cooked, drain the beans and toss them in the olive oil& garlic mixture.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • If you can, let the salad sit for 30 minutes (or more) to let the flavours combine.
  • Serve at desired temperature.
  • Note: this salad is also very tasty with some finely chopped onion (preferably sweet) added with the garlic.
  • You can also use a mix of greeen and yellow beans for additional colour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.6, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 1.8, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.6, Protein 2

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh green beans. If you're using frozen green beans, be sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • If you don't have time to blanch the green beans, you can skip this step. However, blanching helps to preserve the green color of the beans and gives them a slightly crunchy texture.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this salad, such as chopped red onion, bell pepper, or cucumber.
  • This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve this salad chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

This easy cold green bean salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It's also a healthy and nutritious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying salad that everyone will enjoy.

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