Beans have been used in cooking since ancient times.This plant came to Europe from America – it was brought by Columbus’s caravels. At first, beans were grown as a decorative vine, and over time, the culinary properties of this plant were discovered. Currently, it is used in the cuisines of many peoples inhabiting our planet. The so-called asparagus beans have special delicacy qualities, and a salad with green beans is a must-have dish on the menu of vegetarians, supporters of a healthy lifestyle and those who watch their figure. Bean dishes are tasty, healthy and nutritious. The fact is that beans are the leader in the content of vegetable protein, which, in fact, explains the nutritional value of dishes that include this legume – green bean salads, casseroles, soups, etc. We offer original recipes for green bean salads that can be prepared all year round – in season from fresh vegetables, in winter from frozen beans. By the way, it is very easy to freeze it, and such a preparation will not cost much - in the summer, prices for vegetables are low.
Spicy salad with green beans
Ingredients:
- 300 grams of green beans
- 1 juicy onion
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- hot chili pepper
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1-2 tablespoons of thick balsamic sauce
- salt, pepper to taste
Method of preparation:Wash the beans thoroughly, break off the hard ends and steam them. It is important not to overcook them – they should be slightly crispy. Immediately pour very cold water over the beans (this will help preserve the bright green color) and pour in the marinade. To do this, mix chopped garlic, salt, pepper with olive oil and balsamic sauce. Refrigerate for a couple of hours. Before serving, add finely chopped onion to the green bean salad and sprinkle with fried pine nuts (can be replaced with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds).
Warm salad with green beans and bacon
Ingredients:
- 400 grams of green beans
- 150 grams of bacon
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic
- salt, pepper to taste
Method of preparation:Wash the beans thoroughly, break off the hard ends and steam them. Then rinse with cold water and dry. Fry the bacon slices until golden brown, add the beans and chopped garlic. Cook everything together for no more than one minute. Salt and pepper. Serve with toasts.
Salad with green beans and potatoes
Ingredients:
- 500 grams of green beans
- 250 grams of small potatoes
- juicy bulb
- 150 grams of cherry tomatoes
- 150-200 grams of bacon
- 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- teaspoon Dijon mustard
- salt, pepper to taste
Method of preparation:Wash the beans, remove the hard ends and steam them, then plunge them into ice water for 5-10 minutes. Boil the potatoes and cool them. Place the beans, potatoes, halved cherry tomatoes in a salad bowl, add salt and pepper. Season with olive oil mixed with Dijon mustard and balsamic vinegar. Before serving, garnish the green bean salad with crispy bacon slices. Note: This green bean and potato salad can be the basis for various variations. Instead of bacon, you can add poached or lightly salted salmon, canned tuna, etc. The result is a complete lunch or dinner – tasty, healthy and light.
Warm salad with green beans with breadcrumbs
Ingredients:
- 500 grams of green beans
- 100 grams of butter
- a tablespoon of olive oil
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 100 grams of breadcrumbs, prepared from a good cracker
Method of preparation:Wash the green beans, steam them and pour ice water over them. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan and lightly fry the garlic. Add the butter, beans and cook everything together, stirring, for a minute or two. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs, add salt and pepper to taste and stir. Serve warm. A very simple, but at the same time extremely tasty salad of green string beans is loved by all connoisseurs of healthy food. Enjoy your meal!
