Home » Recipes » SaladsThis is the best Green Bean Salad Recipe! It’s filled with tomatoes, Parmesan, fresh basil, and a little bit of red onion.I top it off with a zesty homemade dressing and it’s the most perfect side dish for summertime.Whenever I can get my hands on fresh green beans from the garden or farmers market, I make this Fresh Green Bean Salad.

It’s a really quick side dish that goes well with any summer meal.And sometimes it is my meal, with a side of watermelon of course:) Summer perfection!I love how the short cook time keeps the green beans crispy.This salad is bursting with fresh flavor and nutrition! It’s always a hit at group dinners and even my kids love it.

My Green Bean Salad will become your new go-to summer side dish!Salad IngredientsFresh green beans– trim the ends.Grape tomatoes– Cut the tomatoes in half.You can also use cherry tomatoes.Parmesan cheese– shredded, use the good stuff!Fresh basil– my favorite herb!Red onion– for flavor and a pop of color!Lemon dressing– you can whisk this up in no time!How to Blanch Green BeansThe green beans only need a couple minutes of cooking to become just perfect for this salad!Start with a large pot of salted water, brought to a boil.Add the green beans and cook for just 2 to 3 minutes.

The green beans should be tender but still crisp.Be careful not to overcook them–you don’t want soggy green beans in your salad!Drain the green beans and put them in a large bowl of ice water to s

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