How to Make Vegan Spanish Green Bean Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer potluck or a simple weeknight dinner? Then look no further than this Vegan Spanish Green Bean Salad. This vibrant and colorful salad is a delicious way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean, and it's a fantastic way to showcase the fresh and seasonal produce that's available during the summer months.

This salad is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, and it's a wonderful way to enjoy the boun...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
  • ¼ cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • ½ red onion, minced
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon light brown sugar, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add green beans, cover, and steam until crisp-tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Drain and place into a bowl.
  • Combine olive oil, roasted red peppers, red onion, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a small jar with a lid. Seal and shake vigorously until dressing is well blended.
  • Pour dressing over green beans and mix to combine. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours for flavors to combine. Remove about 1 hour before serving to allow to come to room temperature. Serve over shredded lettuce.
  • Nutrition

    112 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 108mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 297mg