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French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A light, refreshing salad featuring tender potatoes and crisp green beans tossed in a bright mustard vinaigrette with fresh herbs.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds small waxy potatoes, scrubbed
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 shallots, finely minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. 1. Boil salted water and cook potatoes 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. 2. Prepare ice water bath and bring second pot of water to boil.
  3. 3. Remove potatoes and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. 4. Blanch green beans 3-4 minutes, transfer to ice bath immediately.
  5. 5. Cut cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces, keeping skins on.
  6. 6. Drain and dry green beans, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
  7. 7. Whisk vinegar and mustard, gradually add olive oil while whisking.
  8. 8. Add shallots, garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme to dressing. Let sit 10 minutes.
  9. 9. Toss warm potatoes with half the vinaigrette.
  10. 10. Add green beans and remaining dressing, toss gently.
  11. 11. Fold in fresh herbs, reserving some for garnish.
  12. 12. Let rest 30 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Notes

Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 185
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g