Description
A delicious and refreshing salad combining the hearty texture of potatoes and crisp green beans in a creamy dressing, perfect for gatherings or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes until tender, then cool and dice.
- Blanch the green beans in salted water until bright green and tender-crisp, then cool in ice water.
- In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, diced red onion, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the potatoes and green beans in a large bowl, then add the dressing.
- Toss gently to combine, and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill for enhanced flavor. For extra crunch, try chopped celery or bell peppers. This salad can be made a day ahead for better flavor development.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Blanching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg