String Bean & Arugula Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
30%
String Bean & Arugula Salad
45 min.
4
124kcal

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If you’re looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that brings the essence of summer to your table, look no further than this delectable String Bean & Arugula Salad. This recipe is not only vegetarian and vegan-friendly, but it is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect addition to any meal, whether it’s a casual lunch or an elegant dinner party.

The star of this salad is the combination of tender string beans and peppery arugula, delivering a delightful crunch and an explosion of flavor in every bite. Grilling the string beans elevates their natural sweetness while imparting a subtle smokiness that harmonizes beautifully with the fresh, bright notes from the lemon zest.

With minimal ingredients and simple preparation, this salad can be ready in just 45 minutes! Perfect for those busy weeknights or for impressing your guests at a gathering. Tossed in a light dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and accented with pressed garlic, this dish embraces the simplicity of quality produce and flavors.

Not only is this String Bean & Arugula Salad a feast for the senses, but it also packs a nutritious punch, boasting only 124 calories per serving. Enjoy it as a side dish, antipasto, or a light appetizer that is sure to please everyone at the table. Join us in savoring a dish that embodies both health and flavor!

Ingredients

  • cups regular arugula trimmed chopped
  • cloves garlic pressed peeled
  • teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • servings salt and pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.8 pound and/or string beans green yellow trimmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat the grill to medium-high.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the string beans with the olive oil and garlic.
  3. Let the beans rest for 10 minutes or so, then place the beans on a large square of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Fold the foil over the beans and fold down the ends of the foil twice.
  4. Place the foil packet on the grill, seam side up, and grill for 25 to 30 minutes.
  5. Let the beans cool for a few minutes, then combine them in a roomy bowl with the arugula, lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste, tossing until the arugula is wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. From the book Grilling Vegan Style: 125 Fired-Up Recipes to Turn Every Bite into a Backyard BBQ by John Schlimm. Reprinted by arrangement with Da Capo Lifelong, a member of the Perseus Books Group. Copyright © 2012.

Nutrition Facts

Calories124kcal
Protein5.83%
Fat73.22%
Carbs20.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35
Glycemic Load
1.89
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.1695652370868%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
3.88mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
3.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:124.41kcal
6.22%
Fat:10.77g
16.56%
Saturated Fat:1.5g
9.39%
Carbohydrates:6.93g
2.31%
Net Carbohydrates:4.37g
1.59%
Sugar:3.01g
3.35%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:8.32mg
0.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.93g
3.86%
Vitamin K:53.98µg
51.41%
Vitamin A:825.07IU
16.5%
Vitamin C:12.99mg
15.74%
Vitamin E:1.91mg
12.71%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.68%
Fiber:2.57g
10.26%
Folate:37.89µg
9.47%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.35%
Magnesium:26.58mg
6.65%
Potassium:224.6mg
6.42%
Iron:1.12mg
6.22%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.84%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.17%
Calcium:51.4mg
5.14%
Phosphorus:40.03mg
4%
Copper:0.07mg
3.63%
Vitamin B3:0.67mg
3.34%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.47%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.81%
Selenium:0.76µg
1.09%
Source:Epicurious