Description
A refreshing and vibrant green bean salad packed with flavors and nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare The Green Beans: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the trimmed green beans, cooking them for about 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain the beans and immediately place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their color and crunch.
- Halve The Cherry Tomatoes: While the green beans are cooling, take the two cups of cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. This will help release their juices and enhance the overall flavor of the salad.
- Combine The Beans And Tomatoes: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled green beans and the halved cherry tomatoes. Gently toss them together to ensure they are mixed evenly without breaking the tomatoes.
- Add The Cannellini Beans: Incorporate the rinsed and drained cannellini beans into the bowl with the green beans and tomatoes. These will add creaminess and protein to the salad, making it more satisfying.
- Mix In The Fresh Parsley: Add the chopped fresh parsley to the bowl, enhancing the salad with a burst of freshness and color. Toss everything together gently to combine.
- Prepare The Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined. This dressing will bring all the flavors together.
- Dress The Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.
- Finish With Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest over the top of the salad, adding a savory element that complements the other flavors. Give it one last gentle toss to incorporate the cheese.
- Serve The Salad: Transfer the green bean salad to a serving dish or individual plates. Enjoy it immediately or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers for extra crunch.
- The Parmesan cheese can be omitted for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg