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French Green Bean Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

This French Green Bean Salad recipe is one of my favorite way to enjoy fresh green beans and this dressing is lick the plate good! The flavors are just magic in this and I hope you enjoy it! Remember to save so you can come back later!
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Course: dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French, French American
Keyword: Dijon Vinaigrette, French green bean salad, French green bean salad recipe, green bean salad, green bean salad recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Servings: 4 large bowls or 6 small sides
Author: Rachel

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot for boiling

Ingredients

For the Green Bean Salad

  • 4-5 red potatoes, sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, washed with the ends removed
  • 1 tsp. sea salt for the water
  • 1/2 large red onion, sliced thin
  • 1/3 cup sliced Kalamata olives
  • 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley
  • Additional sea salt and pepper to taste

Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing

  • 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 large cloves grated or pressed garlic
  • 1/4 cup capers, chopped/crushed
  • 1/4 cup frech chopped chives
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp. fresh cracked pepper

Instructions

  • Boil a large pot of water with 1 tsp. of sea salt over a medium to high flame.
  • For the dressing, mix all the ingredients together in a a dressing jar or a mason jar. Shake to combine.
  • Once the water is boiling add the potatoes for 10-12 minutes. You want to be able to just put a fork through them. Then add the green beans for 2-3 minutes. Strain immediately.
  • Add the parsley, olives and onions to a large serving bowl and then top with the warm green beans and potatoes. Drizzle 1/4 - 1/3 of the dressing over everything and toss.
  • Serve with additional sea salt and fresh cracked pepper as desired. Enjoy!