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Green Bean Salad

A refreshing and easy-to-make salad combining crisp green beans, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a tangy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blanch the green beans by placing them in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until bright green. Drain and cool them in ice water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled green beans, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Consider adding feta cheese or other crunchy veggies for customization.