Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delightful French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad. A perfect blend of crisp greens, tender potatoes, and a zesty vinaigrette, this salad is not only visually appealing but also a healthy option for picnics, potlucks, or as a light lunch. The combination of fresh ingredients creates a satisfying dish that bursts with flavor while being easy to prepare in under 40 minutes. Enjoy this nutritious salad on its own, or pair it with grilled meats for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 2 lbs new potatoes, halved
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
- 12 dry-cured black olives
- Fresh parsley and chives
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp white apple vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp chopped capers
- 1 tbsp chopped black olives
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare hard-boiled eggs by boiling for one minute and letting them rest in hot water for 10 minutes.
- Cook halved new potatoes in salted water for 12 minutes; add green beans and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Drain vegetables and cool them in ice water.
- Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a jar and shake well.
- In a serving bowl, mix herbs with half the vinaigrette; gently toss in potatoes, green beans, olives, and top with egg quarters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg