Best 4 Tonys Italian Green Bean Salad Recipes
Craving a vibrant and flavorful side dish? Look no further than Tony's Italian Green Bean Salad, a delightful symphony of fresh green beans, crisp bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, aromatic red onions, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. This delectable salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant colors, refreshing crunch, and zesty dressing, it's the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or even as a light and satisfying lunch. This article presents not only the classic Tony's Italian Green Bean Salad recipe but also a collection of exciting variations to suit diverse preferences. From a lighter Lemon Herb Green Bean Salad to a hearty Roasted Green Bean Salad with Bacon, and a unique Asian-inspired Green Bean Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing, there's something for every palate. Get ready to elevate your meals with these delectable green bean salad recipes that are sure to become your new favorites.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD RECIPE
Italian Green Bean Salad is always the side dish of choice at this time of year! Tender green beans are boiled and tossed with a simple vinaigrette of olive oil, red wine vinegar, crushed garlic and dry oregano to create this staple Italian salad.
Provided by Nadia Fazio
Categories Side dish, Salads
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Trim the ends of the beans, rinse and boil until fork tender, about 5 minutes. At this point you can drain them and add them directly to a bowl for serving. Or, if you wish to retain their vibrant green color, plunge them into a large bowl of icy water and drain immediately. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients: olive oil, red wine vinegar; crushed garlic clove; dry oregano; dried red chili (optional); fresh chopped parsley and salt, to taste.
- Toss well and serve immediately or place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 300 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BALSAMIC GREEN BEAN SALAD
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
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
ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD
Basil and red pepper lend bright flavor to this green bean salad. You'll love the crunch pine nuts provide! Kathy Kittell - Lenexa, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a 6-qt. stockpot two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Combine beans, peppers, basil and pine nuts. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice and seasonings until blended. Drizzle over bean mixture; toss to coat.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEN BEAN SALAD (EASY ITALIAN RECIPE - SERVED COLD OR HOT)
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
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
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh green beans. If you are using frozen green beans, be sure to thaw them before using.
- To blanch the green beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Immediately remove the green beans from the boiling water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste, such as oregano, basil, or thyme.
- For the salad, combine the blanched green beans, chopped tomatoes, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately or chill for later.
- This salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken, fish, or steak. It can also be served as a light lunch or dinner.
Conclusion:
Tony's Italian Green Bean Salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its bright flavors and refreshing crunch, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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