Green Bean and Grape Tomato Salad with Kalamata Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Green Bean and Grape Tomato Salad with Kalamata Vinaigrette
45 min.
8
93kcal

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Looking for a deliciously vibrant and healthy side dish that's sure to impress your guests? Look no further than this Green Bean and Grape Tomato Salad with Kalamata Vinaigrette. Bursting with fresh flavors, this gluten-free and dairy-free salad combines the crispness of tender green beans with the juicy sweetness of grape tomatoes, creating a delightful symphony of taste and texture in every bite.

The star of the dish is the homemade Kalamata vinaigrette, a unique blend of pitted Kalamata olives, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic fresh thyme. This vinaigrette not only elevates the salad but also adds an exciting hint of Mediterranean flair. Whether served as a refreshing antipasto, a side dish for a hearty main course, or even as a delightful snack, this salad is incredibly versatile and perfect for any occasion.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends and family. Plus, as a bonus, you can make the vinaigrette and cook the green beans a day in advance to save time. Enjoy a nutritious dish that is not only pleasing to the palate but also packed with health benefits. Get ready to enjoy a burst of flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon anchovy paste 
  • pint cherry tomatoes whole halved
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • teaspoon thyme leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.5 pounds green beans trimmed cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives black pitted
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 2.5 teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.7 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  •  shallots finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine olives, shallots, lemon juice, mustard, anchovy paste, lemon peel, thyme, and dried crushed red pepper in processor. Blend until finely chopped. With machine running, gradually add oil and blend until almost smooth. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook beans in large saucepan of boiling salted water just until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
  3. Drain. Refresh beans under cold water; pat dry with paper towels. (Vinaigrette and beans can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill.)
  4. Toss beans, tomatoes, and vinaigrette in large bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories93kcal
Protein12.02%
Fat47.87%
Carbs40.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.13
Glycemic Load
1.94
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
9.8282606711854%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.3mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
2.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:92.64kcal
4.63%
Fat:5.44g
8.37%
Saturated Fat:0.78g
4.85%
Carbohydrates:10.26g
3.42%
Net Carbohydrates:6.83g
2.48%
Sugar:4.94g
5.49%
Cholesterol:1.7mg
0.57%
Sodium:240.23mg
10.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.07g
6.14%
Vitamin K:40.96µg
39.01%
Vitamin C:27.03mg
32.76%
Vitamin A:961.08IU
19.22%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.04%
Fiber:3.43g
13.7%
Vitamin E:1.65mg
11%
Potassium:355.36mg
10.15%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.12%
Folate:39.5µg
9.88%
Iron:1.61mg
8.95%
Magnesium:32.01mg
8%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
7.02%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.89%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.78%
Copper:0.13mg
6.53%
Phosphorus:61.05mg
6.1%
Calcium:53.02mg
5.3%
Selenium:2.99µg
4.27%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.21%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.6%
Source:Epicurious