In the heart of summer's bounty, when gardens overflow with an array of colorful beans, it's time to celebrate the vibrant flavors of a summer bean salad. This refreshing and wholesome dish captures the essence of the season, blending tender beans, crisp vegetables, and herbs with a creamy lemon dressing that elevates each bite. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a healthy potluck contribution, this summer bean salad is sure to delight your taste buds.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
SUMMER BEAN SALAD II
Enjoy the fresh flavors of summer's best in every bite of this easy, colorful salad!
Provided by Anna E.
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, gently toss beans, corn, onion, tomatoes, lime juice, and lemon zest. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix in basil just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 187.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
SIMPLE GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING
Provided by Aida Mollenkamp
Categories side-dish
Time 9m
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a medium pot of heavily salted water to a boil over high heat. Prepare a water bath by filling a bowl halfway with ice water.
- Once water boils, add green beans until cooked but still firm, about 4 minutes. Place in ice water bath until cool. Drain and shake off excess water.
- In a medium nonreactive bowl, thoroughly mix olive oil, juice, zest, and anchovies; season well with salt and pepper. Add green beans, shallot, olives, and parsley, and mix well; taste, adjust seasoning as needed. Salad can be served immediately though flavor improves as it sits.
SUMMER BEAN SALAD WITH CREAMY LEMON DRESSING
This recipe is from Eat This Book by Tyler Florence. Tyler came up with this recipe while strolling through the Union Square Greenmarket in New York City and he came across some really cool summer beans -- yellow wax beans and haricots verts. He put together a simple vinaigrette of lemon juice, mustard, and creme fraiche.
Provided by Crafty Lady 13
Categories Beans
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add all of the beans and cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes (they'll all be done at roughly the same time). Drain, transfer to a bowl of salted ice water to stop the cooking, and drain well. Transfer to a mixing bowl and toss int he shallots, walnuts, and parsley.
- In a jar, combine the mustard, water, sugar, lemon juice, oil, creme fraiche, salt, and pepper. Put the cap on and shake vigorously to emulsify. Just before you serve the salad, pour the dressing over the beans and toss well to coat with the dressing.
SUMMER BEAN SALAD WITH CREAMY LEMON DRESSING
Categories Healthy
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add all of the beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 3 to 5 minutes (they'll all be done roughly at the same time). Drain, transfer to a bowl of salted ice water to stop the cooking, and drain well. Transfer to a mixing bowl and toss in the shallots, walnuts and parsley. In a jar, combine the mustard, water, sugar, lemon juice, oil, crème fresh, salt and pepper. Put the cap on and shake vigorously to emulsify. Just before you serve the salad, pour the dressing over the beans and toss well to coat with the dressing. Note: I toast walnuts on a baking sheet in a 375-degree oven for 7 to 8 minutes, until fragrant.
SUMMER BEAN SALAD WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine the first 10 ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Set aside while you make the vinaigrette using the remaining ingredients.
- Place the wine in a saucepan with the tarragon stems and reduce over medium-high heat to 1-cup liquid. Immediately pour the hot, reduced wine over the chopped shallots and lemon zest in a medium-sized bowl. Let sit together and cool to room temperature (or place in refrigerator to speed up process). Remove the tarragon stems and discard. Whisk in the lemon juice and rice vinegar. Continue whisking, drizzling in the olive oil, tasting as you go. Season with salt and pepper as needed, and add a bit more lemon juice or rice vinegar if more acidity is desired.
- Combine the vinaigrette with the beans and vegetables and tarragon and taste again for seasonin
SUMMER SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
This refreshing recipe goes well with grilled fish or chicken. We enjoy the lemon vinaigrette dressing at room temperature, so I make it first and let it rest on the counter while I toss the salad together. -Julie Kirkpatrick, Billlings, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 16 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. Refrigerate until serving., In a salad bowl, combine the salad greens, onion, mushrooms, raspberries and walnuts. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY LEMON-PARMESAN SALAD DRESSING
Years ago in Florida, I came across an Italian restaurant with a delightful salad dressing. I've never been able to find a substitute so I tried to replicate the dressing. For best results, use homemade mayonnaise. Serve with salad greens.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, milk, lemon zest, pepper, and salt in a glass mason jar. Secure lid and shake until dressing is well combined. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 162.5 mg
PASTA SALAD WITH CREAMY LEMON DILL DRESSING
My son's favorite summer salad. Very light and refreshing on hot days. You can make it with low fat mayo and yogurt if you wish for a low cal version, and you can basically substitute any kind of veggies you want.
Provided by Semra22
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to directions or till just al dente. Drain pasta.
- Combine the vegetables and pasta together in large bowl.
- Whisk the mayonnaise, yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice and zest, garlic, salt and pepper together.
- Fold into pasta mixture. Chill in fridge 2 hours or so or till ready to eat.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe beans. If you're using canned beans, be sure to rinse and drain them well before adding them to the salad.
- To save time, you can use a pre-made creamy lemon dressing. However, it's easy to make your own dressing with just a few simple ingredients.
- If you don't have shallots, you can use a small onion instead. Just be sure to chop it very finely.
- Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, thyme, or oregano, to the salad for extra flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This summer bean salad with creamy lemon dressing is a delicious and refreshing side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this one a try!
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