If you are looking for a quick and colorful addition to your summertime table, Tony's Italian Green Bean Salad is the perfect solution. Made with fresh green beans, crisp red onion, tangy cherry tomatoes, and a combination of fresh herbs, this salad is both nutritious and appetizing. Packed with flavor, the vinaigrette dressing balances the sweetness of the tomatoes with the pepperiness of the arugula, while the Parmesan cheese adds a rich, nutty finish. This versatile salad can be served as a side dish or as a light meal, and is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD
Basil and red pepper lend bright flavor to this green bean salad. You'll love the crunch pine nuts provide! Kathy Kittell - Lenexa, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a 6-qt. stockpot two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Combine beans, peppers, basil and pine nuts. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice and seasonings until blended. Drizzle over bean mixture; toss to coat.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD
Italian Green Bean Salad is a cold salad featuring thin style green beans, tomatoes and onions tossed in a tasty vinaigrette. A healthy sprinkling of Parmesan cheese takes this salad from good to great. Serve along side grilled chicken for the perfect meal.
Provided by Barbara
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to boil. (1/2 teaspoon salt for every cup water).
- Add green beans and cook until tender but not completely soft, approximately 5 minutes.
- Prepare vinaigrette by mixing together oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, salt, mustard and pepper.
- Add cooked beans directly to dressing while still warm. Toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 45 minutes.
- Just before serving, gently mix in tomato wedges and onion slices. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD RECIPE
Italian Green Bean Salad is always the side dish of choice at this time of year! Tender green beans are boiled and tossed with a simple vinaigrette of olive oil, red wine vinegar, crushed garlic and dry oregano to create this staple Italian salad.
Provided by Nadia Fazio
Categories Side dish, Salads
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Trim the ends of the beans, rinse and boil until fork tender, about 5 minutes. At this point you can drain them and add them directly to a bowl for serving. Or, if you wish to retain their vibrant green color, plunge them into a large bowl of icy water and drain immediately. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients: olive oil, red wine vinegar; crushed garlic clove; dry oregano; dried red chili (optional); fresh chopped parsley and salt, to taste.
- Toss well and serve immediately or place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 300 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TONY'S ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD
Steps:
- Wash and remove the ends from beans. Heat a pot of salt water to boiling. Place beans in boiling water and cook uncovered for 5 minutes. Cover and cook for no longer than 10 minutes more, until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse under cold water just to stop the cooking. Beans should remain slightly warm to absorb the dressing. Place the beans in a large bowl with the olives, onions, and tomato wedges. While the beans are cooking, prepare the vinaigrette. Place all of the ingredients in a blender, and process until oil and vinegar are incorporated. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables in the bowl, and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just prior to serving, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and toss.
ITALIAN GREEN BEAN SALAD
This colorful salad is great to take to a pot luck or for a buffet.Serve it at room temperature or slightly chilled. Pine nuts add a nice crunch! From a November 1985 issue of Bon Appetit in a "Delicious Do-Ahead Dinner " feature.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Vegetable
Time 32m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook beans in 2 quarts boiling, salted water until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes.
- Drain and rinse well under cold water; drain again and pat dry.
- Combine vinegar,mustard and salt in medium bowl.
- Slowly whisk in oil in thin stream.
- Combine beans, onion and 1/2 cup pine nuts in large bowl; mix in vinaigrette.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and let marinate 15 to 30 minutes.
- Alternate radicchio and Bibb lettuce leaves over large platter.
- Mound bean mixture in center, sprinkle with reserved pine nuts and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.6, Fat 35.9, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 426.3, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 4.1, Protein 6.2
ITALIAN BEAN SALAD
A very simple, easy, tasty recipe. The recipe comes from "200 Healthly Recipes in 30 Minutes or Less". Diabetic exchange: 2 Starch
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Onions
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in the order given; add more balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Refridgerate until ready to serve, better if let set in refridgerator for an hour or so before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 28.3, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 10.8
MINTY GREEN BEAN SALAD
Unusual Italian green bean salad. Garlic and mint together - what a combo! My secret vinaigrette recipe too!
Provided by CELANE47
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Bean Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water and sugar to a boil, and cook the green beans 10 minutes, or until tender but crisp; drain.
- Transfer green beans to a medium bowl, and mix with garlic, onion, and mint.
- In a small container with a lid, mix olive oil, cider vinegar, garlic, basil, mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake until well blended. Toss into the green bean mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 8.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
Tips:
- Choose the freshest green beans possible. Fresh green beans will be crisp and tender, with a bright green color. Avoid beans that are limp, wilted, or have brown spots.
- Trim the green beans before cooking. To trim green beans, simply snap off the ends. You can also use a sharp knife to cut off the ends.
- Cook the green beans until they are tender-crisp. Green beans should be cooked until they are tender, but still slightly crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy.
- Add flavor to your salad with a variety of ingredients. In addition to green beans, you can add other vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and cheeses to your salad. Some popular additions include tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, bell peppers, feta cheese, and walnuts.
- Dress your salad with a flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette dressing is a great option for a green bean salad. You can also use a creamy dressing, such as a ranch dressing or a Caesar dressing.
Conclusion:
Green bean salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of flavors and textures, green bean salad is a dish that everyone will enjoy.
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