Name: Green Bean Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb green beans; 2 teaspoons dijon mustard; 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 0.5 tsp kosher salt; 0.5 cup almonds

Elevate any meal with this delicious and vibrant Green Bean Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette! This simple yet flavorful side dish offers a zesty twist, with mustard infusing an invigorating punch that perfectly complements the crisp sweetness of the green beans. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence with this salad that not only satisfies your cravings but also packs a nutritious punch, giving you that feel-good factor with every crunchy bite!

Side Dishes

13 m

American

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Ingredients

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Green Bean Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette

1 lb green beanstrimmed and chopped

2 teaspoons dijon mustardI used grainy dijon but any will do!

4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

½ tsp kosher salt

½ cup almondssliced, toasted

Instructions

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until tender, about 6-8 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, vinegar, olive oil, and salt.

Pour the vinaigrette over the green beans and toss to combine. Top with the sliced almonds.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Ice Bath Technique ❄️
Immediately plunge blanched green beans into ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their vibrant green color and crisp texture for the perfect salad bite.
Mustard Emulsification Magic 🥄
Whisk the Dijon mustard with apple cider vinegar first before slowly drizzling in olive oil to create a stable, creamy emulsion that coats the beans evenly rather than separating.
Almond Toasting Amplification 🌰
Dry toast the almonds in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant, then add them just before serving to maximize their nutty flavor and maintain their crunch.
Timing Your Assembly ⏱️
Dress the salad just 15-20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld without the green beans becoming soggy or losing their signature crisp texture.
Salt Distribution Strategy 🧂
Season the warm green beans lightly with kosher salt immediately after the ice bath, as warm vegetables absorb salt better and develop more balanced, deeper flavor throughout the dish.