Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing

Summary

Ever craved a delightful, refreshing dish that combines crunchy beans with a tang of citrus? Look no further! Dive into our Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing, ideal for those hot summer days or a side dish that sparks joy. Not only is it bursting with vibrant flavors, but it also packs a nutritional punch. Dive in, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

• Green beans: 1 cup (240 mL)
• Kidney beans: 1 cup (240 mL)
• Chickpeas: 1 cup (240 mL)
• Cherry tomatoes: 1/2 cup (120 mL)
• Red onion: 1 small, finely chopped
• Olive oil: 3 tablespoons (45 mL)
• Lemon: 1, juiced
• Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
• Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon (5 mL)
• Honey: 1 tablespoon (15 mL)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 mL)
• Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 mL)

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Serves: 4

Nutritional Facts per Serving

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 7g
• Sugars: 5g
• Total Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 200mg

Instructions to Prepare Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing

1. Begin by washing your green beans thoroughly. Snap off the ends and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 4 minutes or until they’re vibrant and slightly tender. Don’t overcook; we want to keep that crunch!
3. Drain the beans and transfer them to a bowl of ice-cold water to halt the cooking process. After 5 minutes, drain the water.
4. In a large bowl, combine green beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
5. Time for our zingy lemon dressing! In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Give it a taste and adjust if necessary.
6. Drizzle the zingy lemon dressing over the bean mixture. Toss everything gently until the salad is evenly coated.
7. Let the Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing sit for about 10 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
8. Serve it up! This Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to two days.

Tips for Your Fresh Bean Salad

1. Want a pop of color? Add a handful of chopped red bell pepper.
2. For added crunch, sprinkle in some toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
3. Always taste your zingy lemon dressing before adding it to the salad. Adjust the salt, pepper, or honey as per your preference.
4. This salad tastes even better when you let it marinate for a couple of hours in the fridge. If you’ve got time, give it a go!

Serving Suggestions

• Pair this Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing with grilled chicken or fish for a complete, balanced meal.
• Lay a bed of fresh arugula or spinach and top it off with the bean salad for added greens.
• Perfect for picnics or potlucks. Just keep the dressing separate and mix it in when you’re ready to serve.
• Got leftovers? Use them as a filling for wraps or pita pockets the next day.

Final Thoughts

There’s nothing like a plate full of vibrant, nutritious goodness to uplift your day. This Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing isn’t just about the delightful combo of beans and citrus. It’s a testament to how simple ingredients, when combined thoughtfully, can create a dish that’s greater than the sum of its parts. Dive into this salad and make your taste buds dance, all while nourishing your body. Here at AH7, we believe in good food that’s also good for you. So, go on, dig in! Your body and taste buds will thank you!

FRESH BEAN SALAD WITH ZINGY LEMON DRESSING

Ever craved a delightful, refreshing dish that combines crunchy beans with a tang of citrus? Look no further! Dive into our Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing, ideal for those hot summer days or a side dish that sparks joy. Not only is it bursting with vibrant flavors, but it also packs a nutritional punch. Dive in, and let’s get cooking!

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

FRESH BEAN SALAD WITH ZINGY LEMON DRESSING

Amount per Serving

Calories

200

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

6

g

9

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Cholesterol

 

0

mg

0

%

Sodium

 

200

mg

9

%

Carbohydrates

 

30

g

10

%

Fiber

 

7

g

29

%

Sugar

 

5

g

6

%

Protein

 

8

g

16

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Green beans: 1 cup 240 mL
• Kidney beans: 1 cup 240 mL
• Chickpeas: 1 cup 240 mL
• Cherry tomatoes: 1/2 cup 120 mL
• Red onion: 1 small finely chopped
• Olive oil: 3 tablespoons 45 mL
• Lemon: 1 juiced
• Garlic: 2 cloves minced
• Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon 5 mL
• Honey: 1 tablespoon 15 mL
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon 2.5 mL
• Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon 1.25 mL

Instructions

• Begin by washing your green beans thoroughly. Snap off the ends and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
• In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 4 minutes or until they’re vibrant and slightly tender. Don’t overcook; we want to keep that crunch!
• Drain the beans and transfer them to a bowl of ice-cold water to halt the cooking process. After 5 minutes, drain the water.
• In a large bowl, combine green beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
• Time for our zingy lemon dressing! In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Give it a taste and adjust if necessary.
• Drizzle the zingy lemon dressing over the bean mixture. Toss everything gently until the salad is evenly coated.
• Let the Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing sit for about 10 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
• Serve it up! This Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to two days.

Notes

TIPS FOR YOUR FRESH BEAN SALAD

Want a pop of color? Add a handful of chopped red bell pepper.
For added crunch, sprinkle in some toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
Always taste your zingy lemon dressing before adding it to the salad. Adjust the salt, pepper, or honey as per your preference.
This salad tastes even better when you let it marinate for a couple of hours in the fridge. If you’ve got time, give it a go!

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Pair this Fresh bean salad with zingy lemon dressing with grilled chicken or fish for a complete, balanced meal.
Lay a bed of fresh arugula or spinach and top it off with the bean salad for added greens.
Perfect for picnics or potlucks. Just keep the dressing separate and mix it in when you’re ready to serve.
Got leftovers? Use them as a filling for wraps or pita pockets the next day.