Description
This vibrant Tarragon Dijon Green Bean Salad features a tangy Dijon dressing that beautifully complements the tender-crisp green beans.
Ingredients
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Blanch Ingredients:
- 24 oz. fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (+/-)
- 5 cups water
Skillet Ingredients:
- 1 small shallot, sliced thin
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1 Tablespoon tahini
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (+/-) *
- 1 Tablespoon capers, minced
- 1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup (+/-)
- ½ teaspoon dried tarragon *
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- pinch to ½ teaspoon sea salt (+/-) *
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (+/-)
Instructions
- In a large, deep skillet, add 5 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of sea salt and bring to a rolling boil, then add the green beans and blanch (boil) for 5 minutes. Start the timer as soon as you place the green beans in the water.
- After 5 minutes, drain the green beans into a colander and run cold water over them until they are cold, (or plunge them into ice water), then lay them out onto a lint-free dish towel (or paper towels) to thoroughly drain.
- In the same large, deep skillet (which is now empty), add the sliced shallots and saute for several minutes until slightly tender, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the dressing by adding all the Dressing Ingredients into a bowl and whisking well until smooth and emulsified.
- In a large bowl, gently mix the blanched green beans and shallots while pouring the dressing over top. Continue to gently mix until everything has been thoroughly coated.
- Transfer the green bean salad to a serving platter, serve, and enjoy.
Notes
*Please reference the blog post for Tips for Success, Pantry Items Used, Storage and Freezing, and Kitchen Products Used.
*Sea Salt: Please adjust the sea salt based upon your family’s sea salt preferences and/or based upon dietary needs.
*Serving: 4 to 6