BALSAMIC GREEN BEAN SALAD

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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

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 large red onion, chopped
4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

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

amna khurram
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and it's delicious too!


Thapelo Sthape
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's so flavorful.


Mdl Raj
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day!


Tinyeko Patricia
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the crunch of the green beans and the tangy flavor of the dressing.


Andre Green
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I love this salad! The balsamic vinegar really brings out the flavor of the beans.


Kai jiru
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I always have some on hand in my fridge, so it's a quick and easy side dish to make.


HussainBux Nangrach
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook green beans, and this salad is a winner! It's so easy to make and it's so flavorful.


Maria Wannell
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and it's delicious too!


Shohel sheikh
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's so flavorful.


Tahamina sultana
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day!


Md Safiqol
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the crunch of the green beans and the tangy flavor of the dressing.


Jamie Ray
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I love this salad! The balsamic vinegar really brings out the flavor of the beans.


Chandresh Hajara
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I always have some on hand in my fridge, so it's a quick and easy side dish to make.


Anik Kumar Saha
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I love how versatile this salad is. I've made it with different types of beans, vegetables, and dressings, and it's always delicious.


Peelani LightBrown
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so simple to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Dominique Fletcher
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and how easy it was to make.


MRiaz Khan
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This salad is so delicious and refreshing! I love the combination of the sweet balsamic vinegar and the salty green beans. It's the perfect side dish for any summer meal.