Best 20 Green Bean And Potato Salad Recipes

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**Summer's Bounty: Green Bean and Potato Salad Recipes for Every Occasion**

As the sun shines brightly and the air turns warm, it's time to celebrate the flavors of summer with a refreshing and vibrant dish. Our collection of green bean and potato salad recipes offers a delightful symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, perfect for any occasion. From classic mayonnaise-based salads to tangy vinaigrettes and creamy dressings, these recipes capture the essence of summer's harvest. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a picnic, or simply looking for a light and flavorful side dish, our green bean and potato salad recipes will surely impress. Dive into the world of culinary creativity and discover the perfect recipe to complement your summer gatherings.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Green Bean and Potato Salad:**

A timeless recipe that embodies simplicity and flavor. Perfectly cooked green beans and tender potatoes are tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

2. **Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette Green Bean and Potato Salad:**

For those who prefer a zesty twist, this recipe introduces a tangy Dijon vinaigrette dressing. The acidity of the vinegar cuts through the richness of the potatoes, while the Dijon mustard adds a subtle sharpness, creating a refreshing and flavorful salad.

3. **Creamy Avocado Green Bean and Potato Salad:**

Indulge in the richness and creaminess of avocados in this unique salad. Mashed avocados are combined with sour cream and Greek yogurt, creating a velvety dressing that coats the green beans and potatoes, resulting in a luscious and satisfying dish.

4. **Mediterranean Green Bean and Potato Salad:**

Inspired by the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, this recipe incorporates sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. A zesty lemon-oregano dressing brings together the flavors of the Mediterranean, creating a salad that is both refreshing and aromatic.

5. **Roasted Garlic Green Bean and Potato Salad:**

Experience the depth of flavor that roasted garlic brings to this salad. Roasted garlic cloves add a smoky, nutty flavor to the dressing, elevating the taste of the green beans and potatoes.

6. **Bacon and Ranch Green Bean and Potato Salad:**

For those who love the classic combination of bacon and ranch, this recipe delivers. Crispy bacon bits and a creamy ranch dressing create a savory and indulgent salad that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

7. **Grilled Green Bean and Potato Salad:**

Embrace the smoky flavors of grilling in this recipe. Green beans and potatoes are grilled until tender and slightly charred, then tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. The smoky undertones add a delightful dimension to this salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Potato and Green Bean Salad image

Whether eaten warm or out of the fridge, this bright, crunchy potato salad pairs perfectly with grilled meats like pork, steak or chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces green beans
2 pounds peeled small potatoes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
2 teaspoons chopped thyme leaves
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Simmer green beans in salted water until barely tender and bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon or wire-mesh skimmer, and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain, and pat dry. Add potatoes to the same pot of salted water, and simmer until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain potatoes, and halve them. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and thyme in a large bowl. Add potatoes, beans, and red onion. Gently toss. Season with salt.

GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD



Green Bean and Potato Salad image

A twist on potato salad. Green beans and potatoes are served in a Dijon mustard and balsamic vinaigrette.

Provided by OMEGAJASMINE

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Bean Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds red potatoes
¾ pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 small red onion, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot, and fill with about 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Throw in the green beans to steam after the first 10 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut potatoes into quarters. Transfer to a large bowl, and toss with fresh basil, red onion, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and olive oil. Pour over the salad, and stir to coat. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 97.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD



Green Bean and Potato Salad image

For family reunions, my mom would make everybody's favorite green bean and potato salad. Now I'm the one who brings it. -Connie Dicavoli, Shawnee, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds red potatoes (about 6 medium), cubed
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, optional
DRESSING:
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender, adding green beans during the last 4 minutes of cooking. Drain., Transfer potatoes and green beans to a large bowl; add onion and, if desired, mint. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour over potato mixture; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
1/3 pound thin green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
2 pounds small Yukon, white, or red skinned potatoes, quartered
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 to 4 slices smoky bacon, finely chopped
2 large shallots, finely chopped
1 small red Fresno chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped, optional
3 tablespoons cider or wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil. Salt the water and blanch the beans for 3 to 4 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Remove with a slotted spoon or spider, rinse, drain, and reserve. Add the potatoes to the water and bring back to a boil. Cook the potatoes until tender, about 12 minutes.
  • When the potatoes are nearly done, add a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil to a small skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and crisp for 2 to 3 minutes, and then add the shallots and chile. Cook for 2 more minutes, and then stir in the vinegar, sugar, and stock.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot.
  • Pour the bacon mixture over the potatoes and add the green beans, parsley, salt, pepper, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and stir to combine. Serve warm or cold.

RED POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE



Red Potato and Green Bean Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Green Bean     Fortified Wine     Summer     Shallot     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3 pounds small red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled, halved
2 tablespoons dry vermouth
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 large shallot, chopped
1 tablespoon coarse-grained Dijon mustard
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook beans in large saucepan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl of ice water. Drain; pat dry with paper towels.
  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 12 minutes. Drain; transfer to large bowl. Sprinkle vermouth over hot potatoes; toss gently and let stand 5 minutes. Whisk vinegar, shallot, and mustard in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Pour over potatoes and toss to coat. Cool completely. Mix in green beans and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Serve cold or at room temperature.

MARINATED POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Marinated Potato and Green Bean Salad image

This is a warm marinated salad that I make often. It is so good! I often make a meal of just this salad by itself, and some good bread. I hope you will give it a try, you won't be disappointed It is colorful as well as tasty and travels well too because of no mayo. It is best served warm or room temperature.

Provided by Theresa P

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb small baby red potato
1/2 lb fresh green beans
1 red sweet bell pepper, diced fine
1 small sweet onions or 1 small yellow onion, diced fine
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup olive oil
1 clove crushed garlic

Steps:

  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until well combined.
  • Gently boil new potatoes in a saucepan until potatoes are tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Steam green beans in a steamer basket until tender.
  • Drain under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
  • Cut warm potatoes into quarters and add all vegetables and potatoes to a medium bowl.
  • Pour all the dressing over the potatoes and vegetables and mix gently to combine.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and serve this salad warm or room temperature.
  • ENJOY!

ROSETTA'S GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD



Rosetta's Green Bean and Potato Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound green beans, trimmed and halved crosswise
2 pounds small (not baby) red potatoes
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced into half-moons
4 vine-ripe tomatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Generous pinch dried basil
Salt and pepper
Handful fresh basil leaves, torn, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a large pot; add water to cover by 2 inches. Cover the pot and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are cooked through, about 30 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, bring another large saucepan of water to a boil; salt generously. Blanch the green beans until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and then shock in an ice water bath to stop cooking.
  • When cool enough to handle, cut the potatoes into 1 1/2-inch chunks and place in a large serving bowl. Add the green beans, red onions and tomatoes and toss together. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil and dried basil. Pour about three-quarters of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. (The potatoes should break up a bit and coat the salad.) Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature, garnished with torn basil.

GREEN BEAN AND FINGERLING POTATO SALAD



Green Bean and Fingerling Potato Salad image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Green Bean     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Serves 12 as part of a buffet

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds purple and/or white fingerling potatoes, scrubbed
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs such as chives and garlic chives (with blossoms, if desired) and thyme, parsley, mint and summer savory leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, simmer potatoes in salted water to cover until tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes, and drain in a large colander.
  • In a large saucepan, cook beans in 3 inches salted boiling water over high heat until crisp-tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. With tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer beans to colander with potatoes and drain well.
  • In a large bowl, toss together warm potatoes, beans, herbs, oil, zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Salad may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Serve salad warm or at room temperature.

WARM GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



Warm Green Bean and Potato Salad with Goat Cheese image

Delicious salad of green beans, potatoes, red peppers, and goat cheese goes perfectly with chicken or pork. Experiment with other potato types such as purple and other soft cheeses, such as garlic and herb.

Provided by Linda T

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Bean Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds red potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 serving olive oil cooking spray
½ pound frozen French-style green beans, thawed
1 cup chopped red onion
4 cloves minced garlic
½ cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette dressing
1 cup jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 (8 ounce) package goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Place potatoes in a large bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; grease with cooking spray. Cook and stir the green beans and onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic; cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • Transfer the green bean mixture into the large bowl with the potatoes. Add the balsamic vinaigrette, roasted red peppers, and basil; toss lightly. Stir in the goat cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 404.1 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

GREEN BEAN, RED ONION, AND ROAST POTATO SALAD WITH ROSEMARY VINAIGRETTE



Green Bean, Red Onion, and Roast Potato Salad with Rosemary Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Blender     Olive     Onion     Potato     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Rosemary     Green Bean     Summer     Vegan     Boil     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds red boiling potatoes
2/3 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves or 1 teaspoon crumbled dried, plus rosemary sprigs for garnish
1 red onion, halved lengthwise and sliced thin lengthwise
2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
24 Kalamata or Niçoise olives, pitted and halved

Steps:

  • Halve the potatoes, unpeeled, and cut them into 1-inch wedges. In a large roasting pan heat 1/3 cup of the oil in the middle of a preheated 425°F. oven for 5 minutes, add the potatoes, tossing them to coat them with the oil, and roast them, stirring them every 10 minutes, for 30 minutes, or until they are tender. Let the potatoes cool in the pan. In a blender purée the garlic, the vinegar, the rosemary leaves, and salt to taste, with the motor running add the remaining 1/3 cup oil in a stream, and blend the dressing until it is emulsified. In a small bowl of ice and cold water let the onion soak for 5 minutes, drain it well, and pat it dry. In a kettle of boiling salted water boil the green beans for 5 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender, and drain them in a colander. Refresh the beans under cold water and pat them dry. In a very large bowl combine the potatoes, the onion, the green beans, and the olives, add the dressing, and toss the salad gently. Serve the salad, garnished with the rosemary sprigs, at room temperature.

POTATO, GREEN BEAN, AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



Potato, Green Bean, and Cherry Tomato Salad image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Tomato     Green Bean     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 pounds slender green beans, trimmed
2 pounds small red-skinned new potatoes, quartered
8 tablespoons fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 1-pint basket cherry or teardrop tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/3 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons drained capers

Steps:

  • Cook beans in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to medium bowl. Refresh under cold running water. Drain well.
  • Cook potatoes in pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Transfer to large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons orange juice and 2 tablespoons vinegar; toss to coat. Cool to room temperature, occasionally stirring gently.
  • Add green beans, tomatoes, and parsley to potatoes. Whisk remaining 6 tablespoons orange juice, 1 tablespoon vinegar, oil, and capers in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Add dressing to salad and toss to combine. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)

GREEN BEAN, RED ONION AND GRILLED NEW POTATO SALAD WITH ROSEMARY VINAIGRETTE



Green Bean, Red Onion and Grilled New Potato Salad with Rosemary Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh rosemary
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 pound small new potatoes, sliced in half
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound haricots verts
1 large red onion, finely sliced

Steps:

  • Place the vinegar and rosemary in a blender and blend until smooth. Slowly add the olive oil until emulsified and season with salt and pepper to taste. Strain into a bowl. Preheat grill. Toss potatoes in a large bowl with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill skin side down until golden, turn over and continue grilling until just cooked through. Place in a large bowl and immediately toss with 1/4 cup of the vinaigrette. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the haricots verts. Cook for 2 minutes, and immediately plunge into a bowl of ice water. Drain. Add the haricots verts and red onion to the potatoes and drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

WARM GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD



Warm Green Bean and Potato Salad image

This makes a great side, either warm or at room temperature, for steaks and chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound red new potatoes
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with 2 inches salted water. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain thoroughly. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high; add potatoes and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook, mashing potatoes slightly, until golden brown in spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and keep warm.
  • Add bacon to skillet. Cook until bacon is browned, about 3 minutes. Add green beans and cook, stirring occasionally, until bright green and crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add to potatoes along with lemon juice to taste. Season with salt and pepper and toss gently to combine.

POTATO, GREEN BEAN AND SPINACH SALAD



Potato, Green Bean and Spinach Salad image

Sometimes salads can be comforting, especially when warm potatoes are part of the mix. This is a particularly healthy combination whose three components bring together a great deal of vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, folate, manganese, potassium, iron and vitamin A.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 30m

Yield Serves four as a main dish or six as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound waxy potatoes, cut in 1-inch dice
2 tablespoons finely minced red onion, soaked for five minutes in cold water, then drained, rinsed, and drained on paper towels
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt to taste
1 small garlic clove, green shoot removed, minced or pureed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, chives, chervil or dill
6 ounces green beans, trimmed and broken in half
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 6-ounce bag baby spinach

Steps:

  • Steam the potatoes above 1 inch boiling water for 10 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, salt, garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil and yogurt.
  • When the potatoes are tender, remove from the heat and toss at once with 1/4 cup of the dressing, the onion, herbs, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the green beans to the steamer pot, and steam for five minutes. Remove from the heat, refresh briefly with cold water, drain well and toss with the potatoes, 2 more tablespoons of the dressing and the feta. In a separate bowl, toss the spinach with the remaining dressing. Top with the potatoes and beans, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 322, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 611 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD WITH BACON VINAIGRETTE!



Green Bean and Potato Salad With Bacon Vinaigrette! image

This recipe comes from Burt Wolf's Tasty Travels to Brussels Belgium. This salad is served warm or at room temp.and is delicious.I always double the recipe, because they always want seconds! :-)

Provided by Koechin Chef

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb new little potato
3/4 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 lb thick cut bacon, diced
1/3 cup shallots or 1/3 cup red onion, minced
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place the washed potatoes into 4 qts. salted water and boil until tender when pierced with a sharp knife tip.(30 minutes).
  • Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside until cool enough to peel.
  • Cook the green beans in the same water and boil for 5 minutes.
  • Drain and set aside.In a medium sized skillet place the oil and over medium heat and saute the bacon until crisp.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • Add the vinegar and the shallots, several grinds of fresh pepper and about 1/4-1/2 tsp.of sea or kosher salt.
  • Slice the potatoes about 1/4 inch thick into a serving bowl and add the green beans.
  • Add the contents of the skillet.
  • Toss well to combine.
  • Taste for more pepper or salt and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.8, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 246.5, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 6.3

PESTO POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Pesto Potato and Green Bean Salad image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 (1 cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds new red potatoes, washed and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup Basil Pesto, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 clove garlic, peeled
3 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large steamer basket fitted over a pot of boiling water. Cover and steam for 5 minutes. Add the green beans to the potatoes in the steamer and continue to cook, covered, for another 4 minutes. Drain and immediately plunge into an ice bath to cool.
  • Transfer the vegetables to a large serving bowl. Add the pesto and stir to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
  • Make a big batch of this pesto in the summer when the basil is fresh and plentiful. You can freeze it in ice cube trays, bag up the cubes, and have it year-round to use as a pasta sauce or to enhance the flavor of one. It is also excellent as a sandwich spread.
  • Toast the pine nuts in a small, dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and golden brown, shaking the pan frequently, about 3 minutes.
  • In a food processor, process the pine nuts and garlic together until minced. Add the basil, Parmesan, lemon juice, and salt and pepper and process until finely minced. With the machine running, slowly pour the oil in a steady stream through the feed tube and process until well blended.

CHICKEN, POTATO, AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Chicken, Potato, and Green Bean Salad image

Categories     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups water
1 whole chicken breast with skin and bones (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 yellow onion, sliced
10 whole cloves
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/4 pounds small red potatoes
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and halved
1/2 cup dried tomatoes (about 2 ounces), not packed in oil
1/2 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and chopped coarse
1/2 medium red onion, cut lengthwise into thin strips
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups assorted lettuces such as red oak leaf, red romaine, and Lollo rosso*
*available at specialty produce markets

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine water, chicken, yellow onion, cloves, and 1 teaspoon salt and bring water to a boil. Poach chicken, covered, over moderately low heat until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove pan from heat and cool chicken in cooking liquid to room temperature. Discard poaching liquid, yellow onion, cloves, and chicken skin and bones. Tear meat into bite-size pieces.
  • Cut each potato in half. In a saucepan combine potatoes, remaining teaspoon salt, and water to cover by 1 inch and bring water to a boil. Cook potatoes 10 minutes, or until tender. Transfer potatoes with a slotted spoon to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. In same boiling water cook green beans 3 to 5 minutes, or until crisp-tender, and drain in colander with potatoes.
  • In a small saucepan combine dried tomatoes and water to cover and bring water to a boil. Simmer tomatoes 2 minutes, or until softened, and drain. Set tomatoes aside until cool enough to handle and cut into thin strips.
  • In a large bowl combine chicken, potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, and remaining ingredients except lettuces and toss to combine well. Season salad with salt and pepper and serve over lettuces.

WARM POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Warm Potato and Green Bean Salad image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces tiny new potatoes
8 ounces regular green beans or French green beans
2 to 3 ounces red onion ( 1/2 cup chopped)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes; do not peel. Cover with water, and boil in covered pot until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Wash green beans and trim ends.
  • Chop onion.
  • In a bowl large enough to hold potatoes and green beans, whisk the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard and anchovy paste. Add onion.
  • Five to seven minutes before potatoes are cooked, add the green beans. Cook until beans are tender but still crisp.
  • When the potatoes and beans are cooked, drain them. Cut the potatoes in quarters and the beans in half. Stir into dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 315, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 274 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

POTATO, GREEN BEAN, AND BASIL SALAD



Potato, Green Bean, and Basil Salad image

The mustard dressing and basil leaves perk up this potato-and-green-bean salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

Coarse salt
3 pounds new potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1 1/4 pounds green beans, trimmed
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 1/4 teaspoons grainy mustard
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn if large

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt and potatoes. Return to a boil, and cook until potatoes are almost tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Add green beans; cook until potatoes are just tender and beans are bright green and tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Let cool slightly.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, mustard, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl; season with pepper. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Add potatoes and green beans; toss to combine. Add basil; toss. Serve salad warm or at room temperature.

ROASTED POTATO AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



Roasted Potato and Green Bean Salad image

Lovely variation to the good ole potato salad. I prefer my potato salad without mayonnaise, and this vinaigrette for this one is to die for.

Provided by kolibri

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 lb potato, like heirloom, red-skinned, your favourite
1/2 lb green beans, topped and tailed
100 -200 g spicy greens (like watercress, red mustard, baby argula, dandelion)
1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes, halved if they are big
4 large eggs
olive oil
coarse salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 shallot
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
4 tablespoons olive oil
coarse salt
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the potatoes into wedges and put them on to a baking sheet.
  • Drizzle them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake about 30-40 minutes, or until they are done.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and add the beans with a pinch of salt.
  • Cook uncovered until the beans are crisp-tender, about 7 minutes.
  • Drain the beans and run under cold water - this preserves the lovely green colour.
  • Place them on a towel to dry.
  • Make the vinaigrette: combine all the incredients in a bowl, mix well so the oil emulsifies.
  • I often put it in a plastic container with a lid and just shake.
  • Combine the potatoes, beans, tomatoes and greens in a mixing bowl, add the vinaigrette and toss well.
  • You can either poach the eggs and add them onto individual plates, or boil the eggs and cut into wedges and just add into the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.9, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 186, Sodium 82.4, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.7, Protein 9.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss, hold their shape well and are less likely to fall apart when cooked.
  • Cook the potatoes until tender: Overcooked potatoes will be mushy and fall apart. To check if the potatoes are done, insert a fork into the center. If the fork goes in easily, the potatoes are done.
  • Use a variety of green beans: For a more interesting flavor and texture, use a mix of green beans, such as French beans, haricots verts, and edamame.
  • Blanch the green beans: Blanching the green beans helps to preserve their color and crispness. 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. Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 24 hours in advance. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the salad warm or cold: This salad can be served warm or cold. If you are serving it warm, let it cool for a few minutes before serving. If you are serving it cold, chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Green bean and potato salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. It is a great way to use up leftover potatoes and green beans. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is a perfect recipe for beginner cooks. Whether you are looking for a healthy and refreshing side dish or a hearty and satisfying main course, green bean and potato salad is a great option. So next time you are looking for a new salad recipe to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.

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