GREEN BEAN AND FINGERLING POTATO SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Green Bean     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Serves 12 as part of a buffet

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds purple and/or white fingerling potatoes, scrubbed
1 pound green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs such as chives and garlic chives (with blossoms, if desired) and thyme, parsley, mint and summer savory leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, simmer potatoes in salted water to cover until tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes, and drain in a large colander.
  • In a large saucepan, cook beans in 3 inches salted boiling water over high heat until crisp-tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. With tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer beans to colander with potatoes and drain well.
  • In a large bowl, toss together warm potatoes, beans, herbs, oil, zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Salad may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Serve salad warm or at room temperature.

moon lili
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Birungi Britah
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover green beans and potatoes.


KAPTIN GAMING
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then let it chill in the refrigerator overnight.


Kamal
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I love the addition of the bacon and blue cheese to this salad. It gives it a really nice flavor.


Malik Haq
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


JK Mirza Gaming
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Jorge Chay
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans and fingerling potatoes. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish that's perfect for summer.