Best 5 Arugula Potato And Green Bean Salad With Creamy Walnut Dressing Recipes

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For a delightful culinary journey, let's embark on a quest to uncover the secrets behind crafting the perfect arugula potato and green bean salad adorned with a creamy walnut dressing. This tantalizing dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring the zesty bite of arugula, the comforting warmth of roasted potatoes, the crispness of green beans, and the rich, nutty embrace of the creamy walnut dressing. As we venture into the world of culinary artistry, we'll explore the nuances of each ingredient, unraveling the techniques that bring them together in perfect harmony, culminating in a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ARUGULA, POTATO, AND GREEN-BEAN SALAD WITH CREAMY WALNUT DRESSING



Arugula, Potato, and Green-Bean Salad with Creamy Walnut Dressing image

The satisfying crunch of walnuts gives a helping of salad greens added dimension; the nuts have a natural affinity for arugula, spinach, endive, and watercress.

Categories     potato salad     arugula     salad recipes     green beans     walnut dressing     summer salads

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 oz. walnuts
2 tbsp. white-wine vinegar
2 tbsp. nonfat plain yogurt
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. Coarse salt
freshly ground pepper
2 tbsp. walnut oil
1 1/2 lb. fingerling potatoes
6 oz. haricots verts or other green beans
3 oz. baby arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until fragrant, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly. Finely chop, and set aside.
  • Whisk together vinegar, yogurt, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the toasted nuts in a small bowl; season with pepper. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Set dressing aside.
  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a colander to drain. Set aside.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Return pan of water to a boil. Add green beans, and cook until tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Transfer to a cutting board, and cut into 2-inch pieces.
  • Arrange arugula, potatoes, and green beans on a platter. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

ARUGULA, POTATO, AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CREAMY WALNUT DRESSING



Arugula, Potato, and Green Bean Salad with Creamy Walnut Dressing image

The satisfying crunch of walnuts gives a helping of salad greens added dimension; the nuts have a natural affinity for arugula, spinach, endive, and watercress.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce walnuts (about 1/3 cup)
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
6 ounces haricots verts or other green beans, trimmed
3 ounces baby arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until fragrant, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly. Finely chop, and set aside.
  • Whisk together vinegar, yogurt, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the toasted nuts in a small bowl; season with pepper. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Set dressing aside.
  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a colander to drain. Set aside.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Return pan of water to a boil. Add green beans, and cook until tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Transfer to a cutting board, and cut into 2-inch pieces.
  • Arrange arugula, potatoes, and green beans on a platter. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 162 g

ARUGULA, POTATO, AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH WALNUT DRESSING



Arugula, Potato, and Green Bean Salad with Walnut Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Lunch     Walnut     Green Bean     Arugula     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and finely chopped
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
6 ounces haricots verts or other green beans, trimmed
3 ounces baby arugula

Steps:

  • 1. Whisk together vinegar, yogurt, mustard, and the toasted nuts in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Add walnut oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified.
  • 2. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a colander to drain. Return pan of water to a boil.
  • 3. Prepare an ice-water bath. Add green beans to boiling water and cook until tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and cut into 2-inch pieces.
  • 4. Arrange arugula, potatoes, and green beans on a platter. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with dressing, toss to coat, and serve.

GREEN BEAN AND POTATO SALAD



Green Bean and Potato Salad image

A twist on potato salad. Green beans and potatoes are served in a Dijon mustard and balsamic vinaigrette.

Provided by OMEGAJASMINE

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Bean Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds red potatoes
¾ pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 small red onion, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot, and fill with about 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Throw in the green beans to steam after the first 10 minutes. Drain, cool, and cut potatoes into quarters. Transfer to a large bowl, and toss with fresh basil, red onion, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and olive oil. Pour over the salad, and stir to coat. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 97.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

ARUGULA, POTATO, AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CREAMY WALNUT DRESSING



ARUGULA, POTATO, AND GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CREAMY WALNUT DRESSING image

Categories     Vegetable     Side

Number Of Ingredients 10

•1 ounce walnuts (about 1/3 cup)
•2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
•2 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt
•1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
•1 teaspoon coarse salt
• Freshly ground pepper
•2 tablespoons walnut oil
•1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
•6 ounces haricots verts or other green beans, trimmed
•3 ounces baby arugula

Steps:

  • •Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until fragrant, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly. Finely chop, and set aside. •Whisk together vinegar, yogurt, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the toasted nuts in a small bowl; season with pepper. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Set dressing aside. •Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add potatoes, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a colander to drain. Set aside. •Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Return pan of water to a boil. Add green beans, and cook until tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Transfer to a cutting board, and cut into 2-inch pieces. •Arrange arugula, potatoes, and green beans on a platter. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still have a little bit of bite to them.
  • Make sure the dressing is well-emulsified. This means that the oil and vinegar are completely combined and there are no lumps.
  • Taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Arugula, Potato, and Green Bean Salad with Creamy Walnut Dressing is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing, and the creamy walnut dressing is the perfect finishing touch. Give this recipe a try - you won't be disappointed!

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