Description

This Marinated Green Bean Salad is a fresh and flavorful side dish perfect for any meal. Crisp-tender green beans are simmered until just cooked, then marinated in a zesty dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, and seasonings. After chilling for several hours, the salad is finished with sweet cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for a delightful combination of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

Vegetables

2 pounds trimmed fresh green beans
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half

Dressing

⅓ cup olive oil
3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Garnish

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Cook the green beans: Place the trimmed green beans in a large stockpot and cover them with water about 2 inches above the beans. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer the beans for 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Marinate the green beans: While the green beans are still warm, add them to the dressing along with the thinly sliced red onion. Toss everything together to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or longer to allow the flavors to meld.
Add fresh ingredients before serving: Just before serving, add the halved cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese to the marinated green beans. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Serve: Serve the salad immediately chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish.

Notes

For a crisper texture, blanch the green beans by plunging them into ice water immediately after boiling to stop the cooking process.
Feel free to substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
Can be prepared a day ahead; flavors intensify with more marinating time.
Adjust the garlic and mustard quantities according to taste preferences.