Chilled Green Bean Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
Chilled green beans bring a crisp snap, balanced by a tangy lemon-Dijon vinaigrette that brightens every bite. Creamy goat cheese adds richness while toasted almonds lend a delicate crunch, creating a lively contrast of textures. Serve Chilled Green Bean Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette as a fresh side for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook3 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water, and set it aside.
- 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the green beans, and blanch until just tender-crisp, 3 to 4 minutes (do not overcook). Drain the green beans, then immediately transfer them to the ice bath to stop the cooking; set aside.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar.
- 4
Drain the green beans thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel to avoid thinning the dressing. Place them in a bowl and drizzle with the vinaigrette, tossing gently to coat.
- 5
Move the dressed green beans to a serving dish. Garnish with goat cheese and almonds.
- Calories 182.87 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.25 g Moderate
- Carbs 13.08 g Moderate
- Total Fat 12.63 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.07 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 5.1 mg Low Source
- Sodium 108.45 mg Low Source
- Fiber 5.15 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.12 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.05 g Low Source
- Calcium 85.42 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.05 mg Low Source
- Potassium 416.61 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 39.7 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 19.53 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Chilled Green Bean Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette is an American side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 18 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Crumbled Goat Cheese, Dijon Mustard, Green Beans, and Lemon. Each serving provides about 182.87 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chilled Green Bean Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Chilled Green Bean Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette made of?
- The main ingredients are Crumbled Goat Cheese, Dijon Mustard, Green Beans, Lemon, Lemon Juice. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chilled Green Bean Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette?
- About 18 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 3 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 182.87 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chilled Green Bean Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
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