Green Bean Salad with Dijon Mustard Dressing

dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: whole grain mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Whole grain mustard adds texture while yellow mustard is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Trim the ends of the green beans and blanch them in boiling water until bright green, about 3-4 minutes.

Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

Once cooled, drain the green beans again and pat dry with a towel.

Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber and red onion thinly.

In a large bowl, combine the green beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and chopped parsley.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as desired.

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

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