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Green Bean Potato Salad

Fresh Green Bean Potato Salad: Perfect for Summer Picnics

A refreshing Green Bean Potato Salad perfect for summer picnics with tender potatoes, crisp green beans, and zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Small White Potatoes Choose waxy varieties for best results.
  • 1 pound Green Beans Blanched to retain color and crunch.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Substitute with red wine vinegar if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Try a grainy mustard for different texture.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used sparingly.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Opt for extra virgin for richer flavor.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Fresh; parsley can be used as an alternative.
  • to taste Salt Sea salt recommended, regular salt is fine.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground for flavor.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Fill a medium bowl with ice water for the ice bath.
  2. Boil the green beans for 3-4 minutes, then transfer them to the ice bath.
  3. In the same pot, cook the small white potatoes for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then let them cool slightly before slicing.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and salt. Gradually incorporate olive oil until emulsified.
  5. Slice the cooled potatoes in half and combine with blanched green beans in a large mixing bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
  6. Garnish with chopped chives and freshly ground black pepper just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra freshness, consider squeezing lemon juice before serving. Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor.

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