Green Beans & Potato Salad
This Green Beans & Potato Salad is a simple, nutritious, and delicious dish that’s perfect for any occasion! The balance between the soft, creamy potatoes and the crisp, vibrant green beans creates a refreshing and satisfying side dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes (about 1 lb / 2 cups chopped)
- 14 oz (400g) fresh green beans, trimmed
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 sprigs fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ½ clove garlic, minced
- 4 tsp white wine vinegar
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
🛑 Optional Add-ins:- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced 🥚
- ¼ cup sliced red onions 🧅
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
- ¼ cup black olives, pitted 🫒
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained 🐟
Method
1️⃣ Boil the Potatoes:- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a pot with cold salted water.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 35-40 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Drain, let cool slightly, peel, and cut into large chunks.
2️⃣ Cook the Green Beans:- Rinse the green beans and trim the ends.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the green beans and cook for 3-5 minutes (they should remain slightly crisp).
- Drain and immediately rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking and preserve their vibrant color.
3️⃣ Make the Dressing:- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Close the jar and shake well to emulsify.
4️⃣ Assemble the Salad:- In a large bowl, combine the potatoes and green beans.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!- Garnish with extra parsley and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Keyword green beans salad, green beans and potato salad,