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French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad

Fresh & Zesty French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad

This vibrant French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad is a nourishing, quick gluten-free side perfect for summer picnics.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound New Potatoes Can substitute with Yukon Golds.
  • 1 pound Green Beans Asparagus can be used as a substitute.
  • 4 Eggs For a vegan option, use silken tofu or omit.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Herbs (such as parsley or chives) Can swap for basil or dill.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 0.5 cup Olive Oil Light oils like canola can be used.
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Vinegar can be used in its place.
  • 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic can be substituted with garlic powder.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard or mayonnaise can be alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Chopped olives can be used as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Dry-Cured Olives Kalamata or green olives can be used.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Mason Jar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a rolling boil over medium heat. Cook for 10 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add halved new potatoes. Cook until tender, about 12 minutes, then drain and cool slightly.
  3. Toss trimmed green beans into the pot with the potatoes and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes. Drain and transfer to an ice-water bath.
  4. In a jar or bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, capers, and olives. Season to taste and whisk or seal and shake until emulsified.
  5. In a large bowl, combine chopped herbs with half of the vinaigrette. Add cooled potatoes and green beans, incorporating the remaining olives. Toss lightly.
  6. Fold in quartered boiled eggs, drizzle with remaining vinaigrette, and gently toss before letting sit for a moment to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Let the salad marinate for at least an hour or overnight to deepen flavors. Ensure to salt your boiling water for enhanced flavor.

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