Marinated Green Bean Salad
Savor the crisp, refreshing taste of green bean salad, finished with a sprinkle of sunflower seeds for added crunch. This vibrant, nutrient-rich dish is ideal for any occasion, blending a variety of textures and flavors in every bite. Made with French green beans—also known as haricots verts—this recipe features a more delicate, earthy flavor and a slender appearance compared to regular green beans.
Servings 5
Calories 160kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz green beans fresh
- ¼ cup red onions thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing
- 1 cup cannellini beans low sodium, canned, drained
- ¾ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 3 T sunflower seed kernels
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Steam whole green beans in a pot of boiling water until they are al dente, about 4-5 minutes. Place in a bowl with ice water to stop cooking, remove quickly and dry.
- Cut onions, tomatoes and drain beans and add to a bowl with green beans, salt and dressing and toss to combine.
- Place in service bowl and garnish with sunflower seeds and sprinkle with fresh cracked pepper.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1.4g | Sodium: 330mg | Fiber: 5g
