Tangy Green Bean Ciliegini Salad
A refreshing and tangy salad featuring green beans, ciliegini (small mozzarella balls), and a zesty vinaigrette.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Garlic - 1 clove, minced
- Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
- Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil - 1/4 cup
- Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
- Ciliegini - 1 cup
- Green beans - 1 pound, trimmed
Let's Get Started
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the green beans, ciliegini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 15g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g
