Description
A crisp, elegant French-style green bean salad tossed in a zesty shallot-Dijon vinaigrette. It’s light, healthy, and perfect as a quick side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
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1½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
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1½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
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½ cup finely chopped shallots
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¼ cup red wine vinegar
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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⅓ cup olive oil
Instructions
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Slice green beans lengthwise (French them).
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Bring water to a boil, add 1 tsp salt and green beans. Boil 3–4 mins.
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Transfer beans to ice bath, then drain and pat dry.
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Whisk shallots, vinegar, mustard, olive oil, and remaining ½ tsp salt in a bowl.
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Toss beans with vinaigrette, let sit 10 mins.
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Serve immediately or chill until ready.
Notes
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For extra crunch, top with toasted almonds or sunflower seeds.
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Best served at room temp but can be chilled.
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Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blanching + Tossing
- Cuisine: French-inspired