"Green Bean, Cherry Tomato and Basil Salad" is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This colorful and refreshing salad is packed with flavors from the green beans, cherry tomatoes, and basil. It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce and is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or gathering.
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GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CORN, CHERRY TOMATOES & BASIL
If you can't find ripe, juicy cherry tomatoes, substitute small wedges of ripe beefsteak tomatoes.
Provided by Tasha DeSerio
Categories Side dishes
Yield six to eight.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the corn kernels and blanch for 1 min. Scoop out the corn with a strainer; set aside. Season the water with a generous amount of salt, let it return to a boil, add the beans, and cook until just tender, about 3 min. Drain the beans and spread them on a baking sheet to cool.
- Meanwhile, put the onion in a small bowl filled with ice water (which will crisp it and mellow its flavor). Using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a chef's knife, mash the garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt. Put the paste in a small bowl (or keep it in the mortar) and whisk in the vinegar. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes and then whisk in the olive oil. Garlic cloves mashed to a paste add a tasty kick. I use a large granite mortar and pestle to pound the cloves to a paste, but you can also use the flat part of a chef's knife to mash the garlic. A pinch of kosher salt helps the process along.
- Just before serving, drain the onions. Put the beans, corn, onions, cherry tomatoes, and basil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and toss with the vinaigrette. Taste again and add more salt, pepper, or vinegar if needed. Serve right away.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize six to eight., Calories 167 kcal, Fat 89 kcal, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 10 g, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 143 mg, UnsaturatedFat 8 g
GREEN BEAN & CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Time 11m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook Green Beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well. Pat dry, then wrap in paper towels. Place in plastic bag and refrigerate.(Can be prepared 1 day ahead.) Combine beans, tomatoes, onion and basil in serving bowl. Whisk oil, vinegar and sugar in small bowl to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Add dressing to vegetables; toss to coat. Cover, chill at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours, tossing occasionally. Serve salad cold or at room temperature. Nutrition Facts: Serving Size (229g) Servings: 6 Amount Per Serving Calories 160 l Calories from Fat 110 l Total Fat 12g (sat fat 1.5g trans 0g) l Cholesterol 0mg l Sodium 10mg l Total Carbohydrate 13g l Dietary Fiber 4g l Sugars 7g l Protein 3g l Vitamin A 30% l Vitamin C 45% l Calcium 6% l Iron 8%
Nutrition Facts :
FRESH GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH BASIL AND TOMATOES
Steps:
- Leave the pointed tips on the green beans, but snap off the stem tips. Wash. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sugar and 1 tablespoon salt. Drop in the green beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 6 to 7 minutes. Drain the beans and plunge them into ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and refrigerate.
- When ready to serve, toss the green beans with 1/3 cup of the dressing in a large mixing bowl. Taste and add more dressing or salt as needed. Pile the beans high in the center of a large white platter. Arrange the tomato slices overlapping around the edge. Sprinkle the tomatoes with remaining salt and drizzle 3 tablespoons of the dressing on top of them. Garnish with basil sprigs. Serve immediately.
- Turn on the processor fitted with the steel blade and drop the garlic and shallot down the feed tube onto the spinning blade to mince. Add the water, salt, pepper, mustard, and sugar. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the oil. Add the basil leaves and coarsely chop with several on/off pulses.
ROASTED GREEN BEANS AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Food Network
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Toss green beans in olive oil and some salt and pepper and spread them out on a baking sheet. Roast in oven for 35 minutes, stirring ocassionaly. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and toss with cherry tomatoes, basil and pumpkin seeds. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve warm or room temperature.
GREEN BEAN, CHERRY TOMATO AND BASIL SALAD
Make and share this Green Bean, Cherry Tomato and Basil Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cindy Rose
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook about 4 minutes. Drain and set aside on a towel to cool.
- In large bowl, stir together shallot, vinegar, salt and pepper. Set aside for 15 minutes, then whisk in oil.
- Add cherry tomatoes and toss. Add beans and basil and toss again. Adjust seasoning.
GREEN BEAN-CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
My grandmother made a cold green bean salad with potatoes for every family barbecue. Now I bring my own version of the recipe to parties. With added color and taste from the cherry tomatoes, this classic favorite is even better. -Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add beans in batches; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Transfer beans to a large bowl. Add tomatoes and onion; toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, oregano, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
POTATO, GREEN BEAN, AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Categories Salad Potato Tomato Green Bean Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook beans in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to medium bowl. Refresh under cold running water. Drain well.
- Cook potatoes in pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Transfer to large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons orange juice and 2 tablespoons vinegar; toss to coat. Cool to room temperature, occasionally stirring gently.
- Add green beans, tomatoes, and parsley to potatoes. Whisk remaining 6 tablespoons orange juice, 1 tablespoon vinegar, oil, and capers in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Add dressing to salad and toss to combine. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
COLD GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH FETA AND CHERRY TOMATOES
I always get asked for the recipe...Yummy. This serving size is good for a dinner party. Double the recipe if going to a big party.
Provided by Jennifer
Categories Green Bean Salad
Time 10h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a jar and allow to blend overnight.
- Toast almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, flipping often, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a plate and let them cool completely.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until tender crisp, about 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water. Drain well, pat dry (you want the bean as dry as possible), and place the beans into a large bowl. Add feta cheese, tomatoes, and red onions; mix to combine.
- Pour dressing over the green beans and sprinkle with toasted almonds; mix to combine. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 163.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CORN, CHERRY TOMATOES & BASIL
This salad is as delicious as it is beautiful, and makes for a great BBQ sidedish. Sometimes when I get the winter blahs, I'll make this and it feels like summer again!
Provided by Whipper
Categories Corn
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut the corn kernels from the ears, while bringing a pot of water to a boil.
- When the water comes to a boil, add the corn kernels and blanch for about 1 minute. Remove them with a strainer and set aside.
- Let the water return to a boil and season generously with salt. Add the beans and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain the beans and flush with cold water until they are cool.
- Meanwhile, put the onion slices in a bowl of ice water, which will crips them and mellow their flavor.
- Using either a mortar and pestel or the flat side of a chef's knife, mash the garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt.
- Add the paste to a small bowl (or leave it in the mortar) and whisk in the vinegar and let sit for 10 minutes. Add the olive oil and whisk again.
- Just before serving, drain the onions. Put the beans, corn, onions, tomatoes, and basil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and then toss with the vinaigrette. Season further if required. Serve right away.
GREEN BEAN AND TOMATO SALAD
This simple summer salad pairs beautifully with practically any grilled meat or fish, and it's quite easy to make. Just blanch the green beans until crisp tender, then toss with wedges of ripe tomato and a bright vinaigrette of Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, garlic, shallots and olive oil. A shower of chopped fresh basil across the top finishes it off.
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim ends of beans and leave them whole.
- Drop beans into a saucepan with salted boiling water. Cook until crisp tender, about 3 to 5 minutes according to the size of the beans. Do not overcook. Drain and let cool.
- Cut away the core of each tomato, and cut it into wedges.
- In a salad bowl, add mustard, vinegar, shallots, garlic, oil, salt and pepper and blend with a wire whisk. Add beans and tomatoes, toss well. Sprinkle with basil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 200, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 778 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES & BASIL
Here's a fast and easy way to dress up fresh green beans. Basil adds bright flavor, while lemon juice and garlic bring spring to mind. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place green beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet saute shallot in butter until tender. Add the garlic, sugar, lemon juice, salt, parsley and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in beans and tomatoes; heat through. Sprinkle with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEN BEANS WITH CHERRY TOMATOES
These beans are briefly boiled and tossed with cherry tomatoes in a buttery basil sauce to make the most yummy green beans ever! We serve these at Easter Dinner every year but are a delicious accent to any meal.
Provided by STARNETSA
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place beans and water in a large saucepan. Cover, and bring to a boil. Set heat to low, and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain off water, and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in sugar, garlic salt, pepper and basil. Add tomatoes, and cook stirring gently just until soft. Pour the tomato mixture over the green beans, and toss gently to blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 294.1 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
GREEN BEAN, YELLOW BEAN AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Categories Salad Onion Tomato Side Picnic Basil Green Bean Summer Bon Appétit Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook all beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Pat dry, then wrap in paper towels. Enclose in plastic bag and refrigerate.)
- Combine beans, tomatoes, onion and basil in serving bowl. Whisk oil, vinegar and sugar in small bowl to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Add dressing to vegetables; toss to coat. Cover; chill at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours, tossing occasionally. Serve salad cold or at room temperature.
TOMATO-GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS, FETA AND DILL
This is a perfect salad for summer, when the market is chockablock with great produce. Use whatever tomatoes are sweetest, and feel free to add yellow wax beans or romano beans in addition to green beans. If your market has fresh shelling beans, use those instead of chickpeas. Plan ahead to soak dried chickpeas overnight. With a soak, they only take an hour to cook, and taste better than canned ones.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories easy, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon salt, then the green beans. Cook until beans are tender-crisp, about 2 minutes. Transfer beans to a large bowl of cold water. Drain in a colander and blot green beans dry with a kitchen towel.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, put lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, a pinch of salt and some black pepper to taste. Whisk in olive oil.
- Make the salad: Add cherry tomatoes, green beans and chickpeas to a large salad bowl, and season with salt and pepper. Add dressing and toss to coat. Add feta and toss once more. Let marinate for 10 to 15 minutes, tossing occasionally.
- To serve, sprinkle generously with dill and oregano.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, flavorful ingredients. High-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your salad. Look for crisp green beans, ripe cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil.
- Blanch the green beans briefly. This will help them retain their bright green color and crisp texture.
- Use a variety of colors and textures. This will make your salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat. Try adding some roasted nuts, crumbled cheese, or even some fresh fruit.
- Don't overdress the salad. A light vinaigrette is all you need to enhance the flavors of the ingredients. Use a ratio of about 3 parts oil to 1 part vinegar.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the greens from wilting and the tomatoes from getting watery.
Conclusion:
This green bean, cherry tomato, and basil salad is a simple but delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. With just a few fresh ingredients and a simple dressing, you can create a salad that will impress your guests. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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