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Fresh Green Bean and Cucumber Salad with Lemon Dressing

Crisp green bean and cucumber salad with fresh lemon dressing, perfect for a light and healthy meal.

Fresh Green Bean and Cucumber Salad with Lemon Dressing

Easy fresh green bean and cucumber salad with zesty lemon dressing. Healthy, crisp, and perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Recipe Details

Prep time
15m
Cook time
10m
Rest time
0s
Total time
25m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 100 g fresh green beans trimmed
  • 100 g medium cucumber peeled and sliced
  • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 10 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 g fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 piece garlic clove minced
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

International

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add fresh green beans trimmed to boiling water and cook for 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Drain green beans and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking and keep color.
  4. Drain green beans from ice water and pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Peel and slice medium cucumber into thin rounds.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic clove, sea salt, and ground black pepper to make the dressing.
  7. In a large bowl, combine green beans, sliced cucumber, and chopped fresh parsley.
  8. For the lemon dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
  10. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Tips

  • Use fresh green beans for best texture and flavor.
  • Do not overcook green beans to keep them crisp and vibrant.
  • Chill the salad before serving for a refreshing taste.
  • Add toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch if desired.

Serving Suggestions

  • grilled chicken breast
  • light white wine
  • crusty bread

Enjoy this fresh and vibrant green bean and cucumber salad as a light, healthy side or a refreshing snack any time.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 2
  • Sodium (g): 0.1
  • Sugar (g): 2.5
  • Fat (g): 2.5
  • Carbohydrates (g): 5.5
  • Protein (g): 2.1
  • Calories: 45
  • Cholesterol (g): 0
  • Saturated Fat (g): 0.3

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