French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad
French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings together crisp green beans, tender baby potatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette. Ideal for summer gatherings or casual dinners, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Its delightful combination of textures and flavors makes it a perfect side dish or light meal that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb baby potatoes
- 8 oz fresh green beans
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- 2. Add the green beans to the pot during the last three minutes of cooking.
- 3. Drain both vegetables and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
- 4. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- 5. In a large bowl, combine cooled potatoes, green beans, and red onion. Drizzle with dressing and mix gently.
- 6. Serve immediately or chill for one hour before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg