Description
Quick Green Bean Potato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings. This salad combines tender small white potatoes and crisp green beans, all tossed in a tangy balsamic dressing that adds a delightful kick. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light side to grilled meats, this salad is not only easy to prepare in just 30 minutes but also packed with nutrients. With its colorful presentation and bold flavors, it’s sure to be a hit at your next meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 24 ounces small white potatoes
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, split
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Boil salted water in a pot and add the potatoes. Cook until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly before cutting into halves or quarters.
- Blanch the Green Beans: In the same pot, boil more salted water. Add green beans and cook for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain and transfer to ice water, then drain again.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, split kosher salt, olive oil, and black pepper until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss cooked potatoes and blanched green beans with the dressing. Sprinkle chopped chives on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg