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Garden Fresh Salad

Garden Fresh Salad pairs tender red and white potatoes with crisp green and wax beans, all tossed in a dill- and Dijon-kissed mayo dressing. It’s bright, herbaceous, and lightly tangy, perfect for warm-weather lunches or as a picnic side that holds its own next to grilled mains.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Garden Fresh Salad
  1. 1

    Put the potatoes in a large pot and add enough water to cover them.

  2. 2

    Bring the water to a boil, and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the green beans and wax beans for the last 2 minutes to blanch them.

  4. 4

    Drain, then rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.

  5. 5

    Let cool before adding to the dressing.

  6. 6

    In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, celery, dill, salt, and pepper.

  7. 7

    Add the cooled potatoes and beans, and stir to coat.

  8. 8

    Refrigerate until ready to serve.

About This Recipe

Garden Fresh Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Baby Potatoes, Celery, Dijon Mustard, and Fresh Dill. Each serving provides about 127.39 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Garden Fresh Salad?
It is an American salad recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
What is Garden Fresh Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Baby Potatoes, Celery, Dijon Mustard, Fresh Dill, Green Beans. The full list of 9 is above.
How long does it take to make Garden Fresh Salad?
About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 127.39 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Garden Fresh Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 8 steps.

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