**Green Bean Salad with Red Onion and Tomato: A Refreshing and Healthy Summer Side Dish**
As the summer sun shines brightly, it's time to embrace the bounty of fresh vegetables that this season brings. Among them, green beans stand out with their vibrant green color and crisp texture. This green bean salad recipe is a delightful way to enjoy these nutritious beans, combined with the sweetness of tomatoes and the sharp tang of red onions. Simple yet flavorful, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a light and refreshing lunch option. With its minimal ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a summer staple in your kitchen. In addition, we've included two bonus recipes to tantalize your taste buds: a zesty green bean salad with a tangy vinaigrette dressing and a hearty green bean casserole, perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND FETA
Recipe video above. This is a great salad to make in big bowls for gatherings! Also ideal to prep ahead for the week - it lasts for days undressed.
Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the Dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well. Set aside - or refrigerate up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.22 kcal, Carbohydrate 7.93 g, Protein 3.94 g, Fat 14.04 g, SaturatedFat 3.81 g, Cholesterol 13.79 mg, Sodium 338.3 mg, Fiber 2.13 g, Sugar 4.2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEN BEAN-CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
My grandmother made a cold green bean salad with potatoes for every family barbecue. Now I bring my own version of the recipe to parties. With added color and taste from the cherry tomatoes, this classic favorite is even better. -Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add beans in batches; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Transfer beans to a large bowl. Add tomatoes and onion; toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, oregano, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TOMATO-ONION GREEN BEANS
Fresh green beans are the stars of this healthy side. Serve with grilled chicken, pork tenderloin or seafood for a delicious end to a busy day. -David Feder, Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook until tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, place green beans in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; add to onion. Stir in tomato paste and salt; heat through. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEN BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD
This simple summer salad pairs beautifully with practically any grilled meat or fish, and it's quite easy to make. Just blanch the green beans until crisp tender, then toss with wedges of ripe tomato and a bright vinaigrette of Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, garlic, shallots and olive oil. A shower of chopped fresh basil across the top finishes it off.
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim ends of beans and leave them whole.
- Drop beans into a saucepan with salted boiling water. Cook until crisp tender, about 3 to 5 minutes according to the size of the beans. Do not overcook. Drain and let cool.
- Cut away the core of each tomato, and cut it into wedges.
- In a salad bowl, add mustard, vinegar, shallots, garlic, oil, salt and pepper and blend with a wire whisk. Add beans and tomatoes, toss well. Sprinkle with basil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 200, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 778 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GREEN BEAN RED ONION SALAD
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Trim the green beans.
- Bring 1/4 cup of water to a boil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the beans, sprinkle with salt, cover, and cook until the beans are crisp-tender and the water is evaporated, about 3 minutes.
- Rinse the beans with cold water, pat them thoroughly dry, and set them aside.
- Meanwhile, peel and halve the onion. Slice it into thin half-moons and set aside. (Rinse the slices with cold water to minimize the strong flavor of raw onion , if you like, just be sure to pat them thoroughly dry before you add them to the salad.)
- In a large bowl (large enough to toss all the vegetables), whisk together the oil, vinegar, and mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Put the cooked beans and the sliced onions in the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat the beans and onions thoroughly.
- You can serve right away or let everything sit and marinate a bit before serving (if you're going to hold it more than about an hour, cover and chill).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 103 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
KIDNEY BEAN, RED ONION AND TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine onions and vinegar. Set aside to macerate while preparing rest of salad, or up to three hours.
- Halve cherry tomatoes and place in a serving bowl. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Add kidney beans, onion mixture and olive oil. Toss gently to mix, adjust salt to taste, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 301, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 643 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams
GRILLED GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH RED ONIONS AND TOMATOES
Categories Salad Food Processor Bean Garlic Onion Tomato Side Fourth of July Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Summer Grill/Barbecue Healthy Vegan Bon Appétit Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place garlic cloves in small baking dish. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over. Cover and bake garlic until tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until garlic is golden brown, about 10 minutes longer. Cool. Peel garlic. Transfer garlic and oil to processor. Process until smooth paste forms. Add vinegar; process until well blended. Transfer to medium bowl. Gradually add 1/4 cup oil, whisking until dressing is thick and smooth. Stir in basil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
- Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain; transfer beans to large bowl of ice water. Drain; pat dry with paper towels. Toss beans in large bowl with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Dressing and beans can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Grill or broil beans until beginning to brown, turning frequently, about 2 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add onions and tomatoes. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Serve salad at room temperature.
Tips
- For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp green beans. If you can't find fresh green beans, you can use frozen or canned green beans, but they won't be as flavorful.
- To blanch the green beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- To assemble the salad, combine the green beans, red onion, tomatoes, and dressing in a large bowl. Toss to coat.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. The salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion
This green bean salad is a healthy and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking by adding or omitting ingredients. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this green bean salad a try!
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