Best 7 Walnut Green Bean Salad Recipes

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Walnut Green Bean Salad. This vibrant and refreshing salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring crisp green beans, crunchy walnuts, tangy goat cheese, and a zesty dressing. It's a perfect side dish for any occasion, from backyard barbecues to elegant dinner parties.

Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. The classic Walnut Green Bean Salad is a crowd-pleaser, combining fresh green beans, toasted walnuts, crumbled goat cheese, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing.

For a more substantial salad, try our hearty Warm Walnut Green Bean Salad with Bacon. This recipe features roasted green beans, crispy bacon, toasted walnuts, and a warm bacon vinaigrette dressing. It's a perfect choice for a cold winter day.

If you're looking for a lighter and vegan option, our Walnut Green Bean Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing is a delicious choice. This salad is made with fresh green beans, toasted walnuts, and a zesty lemon tahini dressing. It's a refreshing and nutritious salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure with our Walnut Green Bean Salad recipes!

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GREEN BEAN AND WALNUT SALAD



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Cranberries make this side dish delightfully Christmasy. Everyone will love the crunchy walnuts, too. -Deborah Giusti, Hot Springs, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup dried cranberries
VINAIGRETTE:
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 4-7 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , In a large bowl, combine the beans, walnuts and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Toss before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WALNUT GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Sauteed green beans, hunks of blue cheese and toasted nuts make this an extremely decadent salad. "I lightened up two recipes and combined them into this elegant specialty," writes Sarah Bartel from her home in Kewaunee, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cut fresh green beans
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the green beans in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens and beans. , In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar and remaining oil; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts and blue cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEN BEAN, WATERCRESS AND WALNUT SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Bean     Mustard     Nut     Tomato     Vinegar     Walnut     Fall     Winter     Watercress     Parsley     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces green beans, trimmed, halved diagonally (about 3 cups)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup walnut oil or olive oil
4 bunches watercress, trimmed
1 1/2 cups walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped (about 6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer beans to large bowl of ice water to cool. Drain; pat dry. Whisk vinegar, mustard and parsley in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover beans and vinaigrette separately; chill. Rewhisk before using.) Combine beans, watercress, walnuts and tomatoes in large bowl. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

GREEN BEAN AND WALNUT SALAD (MTSVANI LOBIOS PKHALI)



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An excellent salad to go with a Russian Barbeque! For a crunchier salad, serve it soon after adding the dressing; for a more piquant flavor, make it the day before to allow the green beans to soak up the flavors of the garlic, vinegar, and walnut .

Provided by Witch Doctor

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h7m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup ground walnuts
2 medium sized garlic cloves, crushed in a garlic press
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut crosswise in half
1/2 medium sized red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, garlic, vinegar, lemon juice, water, and oil. Mix thoroughly. Let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Bring enough lightly salted water to a boil to cover the beans when added. Add the beans and boil until the beans are tender, about 7 minutes. Drain, refresh under cold running water, and drain again. Pat dry.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the beans and the onion. Add the dressing, cilantro, and more vinegar, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper and toss well. Serve either chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.4, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 8.5, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 3.9

GREEN BEAN, FETA, WALNUT AND MINT SALAD



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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds green beans, cut in half
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 cup diced red onion
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing:
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves, chopped fine
1/4 cup white wine vinegar or tarragon vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Bring 2 quarts salted water to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the green beans and cook them until they are crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain the beans and plunge them immediately into ice water to stop their cooking. Drain them again and pat them dry. 2. Transfer the beans to a shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with the walnuts, onion, and feta. Chill well. 3. Make the dressing: Combine the oil, mint, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper in a lidded jar and shake to blend. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture, toss thoroughly, and serve.

ARUGULA AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH WALNUT OIL DRESSING



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Categories     Salad     Vegetarian     Walnut     Green Bean     Arugula     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large shallot, chopped
1/4 cup walnut oil or olive oil
1 tablespoon Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 pound slender green beans, trimmed
4 ounces arugula (about 8 cups)
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Drain. Refresh under cold running water. Drain well. Transfer to large bowl. Add arugula and half of eggs. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with remaining eggs.

GREEN BEAN, WALNUT & FETA SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans (ends trimmed), snapped in half crosswise
1/4 cup Goya or other high quality extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped toasted walnuts
1 cup diced red or sweet onion
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts water to boil in 6-quart saucepan. Add beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain well; immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking process. Drain beans again; pat dry with linen towel. (Can be prepared several hours ahead. If so, refrigerate until ready to serve.) Combine oil, mint, vinegar, salt, garlic, and pepper in small jar and shake to blend. Arrange beans in shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with nuts, onion, and cheese. Just before serving, pour dressing over and toss thoroughly.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans. Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them. Avoid beans that are limp or have brown spots.
  • Blanch the green beans before using them in the salad. This will help to preserve their color and crispness. To blanch the 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. Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds in the salad. Walnuts are a classic choice, but you can also use almonds, pecans, pistachios, or sunflower seeds. Toasted nuts and seeds will add even more flavor to the salad.
  • Add some crumbled cheese to the salad. Feta, goat cheese, or Parmesan cheese are all good choices. The cheese will add a creamy richness to the salad.
  • Dress the salad with a simple vinaigrette. A vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper is a classic choice. You can also add some herbs or spices, such as basil, oregano, or garlic, to the vinaigrette for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Walnut green bean salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. It is a great way to use up fresh green beans from your garden or farmers market. The salad is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. It would be a perfect side dish for a dinner party too.

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