Minted potato & green bean salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Minted potato & green bean salad
25 min.
4
168kcal

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If you're looking for a fresh, vibrant side dish that's both healthy and satisfying, look no further than this minted potato and green bean salad! This recipe brings together the earthiness of new potatoes with the crisp crunch of green beans, all enhanced by the bright, refreshing flavor of mint. It's perfect for any occasion, whether you're preparing a light meal or need a delightful addition to your main course.

This dish is not only delicious but also caters to a variety of dietary needs. It's vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with natural flavors. The combination of tangy wine vinegar, rich olive oil, and the aromatic touch of shallots or red onion adds depth, while the mint brings a burst of freshness that will make your taste buds sing. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ideal choice for a quick yet impressive side dish.

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, enjoying a family dinner, or simply in the mood for a healthy snack, this minted potato and green bean salad is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. It’s simple to prepare, but the flavors feel sophisticated, making it a perfect match for any meal. Plus, with only 168 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence!

Ingredients

  • 500 baby potatoes 
  • 200 green beans 
  •  onion red
  • tbsp red-wine vinegar 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • handful mint leaves chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Boil the potatoes for 15 mins or until tender. When the potatoes have 5 mins cooking time left, tip the beans into the boiling water.
  2. Drain and cool under cold running water.
  3. Meanwhile, finely slice the shallots or onion.
  4. Place in a bowl and sprinkle with the vinegar and oil then leave for 5 mins. Toss potatoes and beans in with the shallots and sprinkle with the mint.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein9.45%
Fat19.7%
Carbs70.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.19
Glycemic Load
18.1
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.408695734066%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
1.58mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
13.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:167.51kcal
8.38%
Fat:3.79g
5.83%
Saturated Fat:0.57g
3.54%
Carbohydrates:30.64g
10.21%
Net Carbohydrates:25.52g
9.28%
Sugar:4.94g
5.49%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:13.97mg
0.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.09g
8.17%
Vitamin C:35.17mg
42.63%
Vitamin B6:0.51mg
25.33%
Vitamin K:26.2µg
24.95%
Potassium:722.13mg
20.63%
Fiber:5.11g
20.46%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.36%
Folate:48.09µg
12.02%
Magnesium:48mg
12%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.14%
Phosphorus:107.82mg
10.78%
Copper:0.2mg
9.77%
Iron:1.73mg
9.59%
Vitamin B3:1.77mg
8.83%
Vitamin A:391.08IU
7.82%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.44%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.54%
Calcium:49.29mg
4.93%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.88%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.94%
Selenium:0.95µg
1.36%