Description
A delightful and versatile salad combining fresh green beans and hearty potatoes in a rich and creamy dressing, perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Green beans
- 2 lbs Potatoes
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup Red onion, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill), for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot filled with water and a pinch of salt until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and cool.
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath to cool. Drain and set aside.
- Chop the cooled potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red onion, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine the cooled potatoes and drained green beans with the dressing, folding gently to coat.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, allow the salad to chill and meld in the refrigerator. Consider serving with additional fresh herbs on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: potato salad, green bean salad, creamy salad, summer side dish, picnic recipe