Green Bean & Balsamic Salad

Name: Green Bean & Balsamic Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed; 3 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1-3/4 cups cubed English cucumber; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Fresh and crisp, this summery salad just begs to be taken to picnics and potlucks. Tossed with vinaigrette, it’s a smart side dish for outdoor meals. —Amanda Smith, Lexington, Tennessee

Ingredients

3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
3 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
1-3/4 cups cubed English cucumber
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber and beans. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 161 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 209mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 vegetable.

Originally published as Summer Green Bean Salad in Simple & Delicious June/July 2012

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xlsalbums

Apr 24, 2016

Really, really good. I used steamed beans from the frozen section. I would cook the beans a little longer if you like them more tender.
Shoes58

Aug 27, 2014

have made something similar to this for years and this turned out well, especially the dressing. however, I would cook the beans a minute or so longer to add a little more tender to the crisp.
julie-locke1

Aug 7, 2013

I've made this twice in the last week! Great way to use fresh veggies from the garden, and everybody loved it!
sstetzel

Jul 28, 2012

This has a great tangy flavor! Lil Man declared OMGoodness at his first bite. I think next time I'll add some small cubes of fresh mozzarella for a little something extra.