Description
A vibrant and refreshing French potato salad featuring tender potatoes and crisp green beans, enveloped in a tangy dressing with olive oil, Dijon mustard, and white wine vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds small potatoes
- 1 pound green beans
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives) for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes: Begin by placing the small potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring it to a rolling boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and allow them to cool before slicing them in halves or quarters.
- Blanch the green beans: In the same pot of boiling water, add the trimmed green beans. Blanch them for 2-3 minutes until vibrant green. Transfer them to an ice bath to preserve their color and crispness. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine the ingredients: Gently add the cooled potatoes and green beans to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together delicately to coat.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh herbs before serving for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time and is best enjoyed chilled. Add cherry tomatoes or olives for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling & Blanching
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: French potato salad, salad, summer salad, green beans, side dish