Teresa's Recipes
Green Bean and Blue Cheese Salad
Experience a burst of flavors in this vibrant Green Bean and Blue Cheese Salad, where the crispness of fresh green beans meets the creamy tang of blue cheese, all brought together by a zesty homemade vinaigrette. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors but also a delightful combination of textures and tastes, making it a perfect side dish for any meal or a light lunch on its own. The origins of this salad can be traced back to classic French cuisine, where the harmony of flavors and the freshness of ingredients are celebrated.
Ingredients
- 1 pound, trimmed Green beans
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 small, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1/2 cup, roughly chopped Walnuts
- 1/2 cup, crumbled Blue cheese
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 2g
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the trimmed green beans to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender.
- Drain the green beans and immediately rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and preserve their vibrant color.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled green beans, crumbled blue cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped walnuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined to create the vinaigrette.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures!
Tips
- For added flavor, consider toasting the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-6 minutes before adding them to the salad.
- You can also add additional ingredients like sliced radishes or feta cheese for a different twist on this salad.