In this article, we present two tantalizing recipes that showcase the vibrant flavors of green beans and tomatoes: a classic Green Bean and Tomato Salad and a refreshing Green Bean, Tomato, and Feta Salad. Both dishes are simple to prepare and burst with the goodness of fresh vegetables. The Green Bean and Tomato Salad features crisp green beans, juicy tomatoes, zesty onions, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Served on a bed of mixed greens, this salad is a delightful side dish or light lunch. The Green Bean, Tomato, and Feta Salad takes the flavor profile up a notch with the addition of briny feta cheese and Kalamata olives. Tossed in a light and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic or a more flavorful twist, these recipes are sure to satisfy your craving for fresh and healthy summer salads.
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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-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
POTATO, GREEN BEAN, AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Categories Salad Potato Tomato Green Bean Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
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.)
"EAT YOUR VEGETABLES!": GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH RED ONION AND TOMATO
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Steam green beans in 1/2 inch boiling water covered for 3 or 4 minutes. Cold shock beans by running under cold water and drain well. Place beans in a bowl and combine with onions, cucumber and tomato. Dress salad with a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and the juice of 1/2 lemon. Season salad with coarse salt and pepper, to taste.
GREEN BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD
Crisp-tender green beans are paired with cherry tomatoes and seasoned with onion, celery and lemon in this refreshing side dish. "There's nothing quite like a colorful salad to perk up a gray winter day," says Diane Hixon of Niceville, Florida.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a large bowl; add onion. Place tomatoes in another bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, oil, water, salt and pepper. Pour over the vegetables in each bowl; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Stir celery into bean mixture; transfer to a serving platter. Surround with tomatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEN BEAN, TOMATO AND SALAMI SALAD
Great SUMMERTIME LUNCHEON (or Picnic for Two) when served chilled, with a platter of cheese and crusty French bread...EASY & TASTY....Make several hours ahead for flavors to blend.
Provided by Sandylee
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut salami into 2 inch by 1/4 inch thick sticks, put into mixing bowl.
- Trim tips and ends from green beans. Cut into pieces about 3 inches long. Steam for 10 mins or until beans are tender. Drain. Combine beans with the salami in bowl. Add the sliced green onion.
- Cut tomatoes into wedges and add to the green bean mixture in bowl.
- For the dressing, put the mustard and vinegar into a small mixing bowl. Add salt & pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until mixture is creamy.
- Pour dressing over salami & vegetables. Turn over gently with spatula until all pieces are coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for two hours or more.
- NOTE: Recipe can be doubled or halved.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.1, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 40.4, Sodium 699.9, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 5, Protein 10.2
GREEN BEAN, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD
Make and share this Green Bean, Tomato and Mozzarella Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Marie
Categories Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together and chill for an hour before serving.
GREEN BEAN, CHERRY TOMATO, AND GRILLED CORN SALAD
Steps:
- Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again. Pat dry. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Wrap and chill.) Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Brush corn with 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until browned in spots, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Cool corn. Cut kernels off cobs (generous 2 cups). Place kernels in large bowl. Add beans and and tomatoes. Mix basil, shallot, and vinegar in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add dressing to salad and toss.
GREEN BEAN AND GRAPE TOMATO SALAD WITH KALAMATA VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Olive Tomato Side Low/No Sugar Green Bean Summer Bon Appétit Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine olives, shallots, lemon juice, mustard, anchovy paste, lemon peel, thyme, and dried crushed red pepper in processor. Blend until finely chopped. With machine running, gradually add oil and blend until almost smooth. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cook beans in large saucepan of boiling salted water just until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Refresh beans under cold water; pat dry with paper towels. (Vinaigrette and beans can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill.)
- Toss beans, tomatoes, and vinaigrette in large bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
GREEN BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD
Can't remember where I got this one but I love it more everytime I fix what could be considered a salad or fresh vegetable side.
Provided by Delirious in Daytona
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine dressing ingredients in food processor and pulse until blended.
- Boil and ice green beans.
- Place prepared beans on platter surronded with tomatoes and pour a generous amount of dressing over beans and tomatoes.
- Garnish with a few basil leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.4, Fat 41, SaturatedFat 5.7, Sodium 967.8, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 6.6, Protein 3.2
GREEN BEAN AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
I found this recipe in Cooking Light a couple years ago. My family loves it and I make it all year long, not just in the summer. In a pinch, I have even made this using Trader Joe's frozen baby french green beans. This salad is always a big hit. Try to use a good quality red wine vinegar, like a cabernet vinegar, it really makes a difference.
Provided by Simply Chris
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook beans in boiling water 7 minutes or until tender.
- Drain.
- Place beans, tomatoes, and oregano in a large bowl; toss gently to combine.
- Combine the shallots and vinegar, stirring with a whisk.
- Let vinegar mixture stand 10 minutes.
- Add oil, salt, and pepper to vinegar mixture, stirring with a whisk until well blended.
- Pour vinaigrette over bean mixture; toss well.
GREEN BEAN, CHERRY TOMATO AND BASIL SALAD
Make and share this Green Bean, Cherry Tomato and Basil Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cindy Rose
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook about 4 minutes. Drain and set aside on a towel to cool.
- In large bowl, stir together shallot, vinegar, salt and pepper. Set aside for 15 minutes, then whisk in oil.
- Add cherry tomatoes and toss. Add beans and basil and toss again. Adjust seasoning.
GREEN BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD
Categories Salad Bean Tomato Side Freeze/Chill No-Cook Fourth of July Picnic Vegetarian Quick & Easy Summer Winter Chill Healthy Vegan Shallot Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Refresh under cold water; drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Combine mustard and vinegar in small bowl. Gradually whisk oil. Mix in shallots. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover beans and dressing separately. Refrigerate beans; let dressing stand at room temperature.) Mix dressing and tomatoes into beans. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
QUINOA, GREEN BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by PKMom
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1 Combine quinoa and 1 1⁄2 cups water in medium pot; bring to a simmer on medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until all the liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside. 2 Fill a large bowl with ice water. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil on high heat, add green beans and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until barely tender. Remove from heat and drain green beans in a colander. Place colander in ice water to preserve the beans' bright green colour and stop them from cooking further. 3 Using a sharp knife, cut tomatoes in half and gently squeeze out and discard seeds. (It's unnecessary to remove skins.) Cut tomatoes in 1⁄2-inch dice. 4 In a large bowl, combine quinoa, green beans, tomatoes, bell peppers, green onions and basil. Season with salt, olive oil and lemon juice, and sprinkle with pecans. Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days. Variation: *oven-dried tomatoes; **grilled pepper.
GREEN BEAN-TOMATO SALAD
This deliciously different way to dress up green beans is sure to become a favorite at your house. The snappy dressing nicely enhances the fresh flavor of the beans, tomatoes and onions.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Steam green beans for 6 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Immerse in cold water; drain. , Place beans in the center of a large plate. Arrange tomato and onion slices around beans. Whisk together remaining ingredients and pour over vegetables. Chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
TOMATO GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH WHEAT BERRIES
Provided by Molly Yeh
Categories side-dish
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the wheat berries and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Add 5 cups of water and bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook, undisturbed, for 1 1/2 hours. Uncover and continue to cook until the water has evaporated and the wheat berries are softened with just a little bite to them, about 30 minutes more. Stir in the butter and a good amount of black pepper and set aside.
- Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Fill a medium bowl with ice water. Add the beans to the boiling water and cook until crisp-tender and bright green, 4 to 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the hot water and immediately submerge them in the ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.
- Combine the honey, sherry vinegar, zest of 1 lime, juice of all the limes, 1 teaspoon salt and a good amount of black pepper in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly, until emulsified. Add the tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno, onion, green beans, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper and toss until well combined. Set aside for at least 30 minutes, or until the wheat berries are done cooking. Fold the basil and mint into the bowl.
- Spoon the wheat berries into the bottom of a serving bowl or platter, then use a slotted spoon to spoon the tomato mixture over the top. Sprinkle with a little more salt and serve with the juices left in the bowl, if desired.
ENSALADA DE POROTOS VERDES (GREEN BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD)
Make and share this Ensalada de Porotos Verdes (Green Bean and Tomato Salad) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Missy Wombat
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wash and trim the green beans.
- Cut them diagonally into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
- Cook the bean in boiling water to cover for about 10-15 minutes, until just tender.
- Drain the beans and set them aside to cool.
- Combine the lemon juice, oil, salt and garlic.
- In a bowl combine the beans and tomato wedges.
- Toss them with the dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.8, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 595, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 7.5, Protein 3.8
GREEN AND WAX BEAN SALAD WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
This recipe calls for using past-their-prime tomatoes to make a vinaigrette by halving them across their equators, scooping out the seeds and grating the flesh on the large holes of a box grater. Seasoned with salt, vinegar and olive oil, it makes an flavorful dressing. Here, it's tossed with green and wax beans, sliced kalamata olives and torn basil leaves for a summer salad that's delicious cold or at room temperature. The vinaigrette can also be used as a crostini topping with white anchovies and fried capers, or in the base of an agrodolce to serve with fish or chicken.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Drop green and wax beans into boiling water for 1 to 3 minutes or until just tender. Drain and immediately transfer to the ice bath. When cool, drain and dry with a towel and place in a large bowl.
- Cut tomato in half across its equator and squeeze out seeds (use for another purpose or discard). Using the largest hole on a box grater, grate the tomato flesh. Discard skin and transfer grated flesh to a medium bowl. You should have about 1/2 cup. Stir in vinegar and salt, then stir in olive oil and garlic. Taste and adjust vinegar and salt as needed.
- Add just enough vinaigrette to coat beans, add olives, then toss well. Let sit for at least 10 minutes (and up to 4 hours) before serving. Add torn basil and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 172, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 182 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: Use crisp green beans, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful basil for the best results.
- Blanch the green beans briefly: Blanching helps to preserve the green color of the beans and gives them a slightly tender texture.
- Use a variety of tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, or sliced Roma tomatoes all work well in this salad.
- Add some chopped red onion or shallots for a bit of extra flavor and crunch.
- Make the dressing ahead of time: This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
- Taste the dressing before using it: Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Serve the salad immediately: This is a best enjoyed fresh.
Conclusion:
This Green Bean and Tomato Salad is a delicious and refreshing summer side dish. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The blanched green beans add a crisp texture, while the tomatoes and basil provide a burst of sweetness and freshness. The dressing is light and tangy, with a hint of garlic and shallot. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.
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