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Ottolenghi Green Bean Salad

A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired green bean salad featuring tender beans, charred red peppers, and a zesty garlic-caper dressing finished with fresh herbs and lemon zest. Perfect for quick family meals and healthy meal plans.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Servings 4 people
Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g green beans, trimmed
  • 2 whole red bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • 4 whole green onions, sliced
  • 2 cups fresh chervil (or parsley)
  • 0.5 cup fresh tarragon (or dill or coriander)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and dried
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch green beans for 3 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse under cold water, then pat dry.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Sauté red bell peppers until lightly charred and tender. Set aside.
  • In a small pan, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until golden, about 20 seconds.
  • Add capers, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and salt.
  • Combine green beans and peppers in a mixing bowl. Pour hot dressing over and toss to coat.
  • Add green onions, chervil, tarragon, lemon zest, black pepper, and remaining salt. Toss gently.
  • Serve at room temperature or slightly warm for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 240mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
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