Description
A deliciously easy Green Bean Salad: tender-crisp green beans and blistered bell peppers tossed in a warm, zesty, and aromatic vinaigrette infused with toasted cumin and coriander seeds. A perfect 25-minute side dish.
Ingredients
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1.1 pounds green beans, trimmed
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4 green onions, finely sliced
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2 cups chervil leaves (or substitute)
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1/2 cup roughly chopped tarragon leaves (or substitute)
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2 teaspoons lemon zest
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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2 red capsicum / bell peppers, cut into 0.2” strips
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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Pinch of salt and pepper
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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
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3 cloves garlic, finely sliced
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3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and patted dry
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2 teaspoons cumin seeds
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2 teaspoons coriander seeds
Instructions
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Cook and Cool Beans: Bring salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for 3 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water, and pat dry. Transfer to a large bowl.
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Blister the Capsicum: Heat oil in a heavy skillet until smoking. Add capsicum with salt/pepper. Cook until tender-crisp with charred edges. Add to the bowl with beans and cool.
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Prepare the Dressing: Heat oil in a small skillet. Add garlic and cook for 20 seconds. Add capers and cook for 15 seconds. Add cumin and coriander seeds. Cook until garlic is golden, then pour immediately over the beans.
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Toss and Serve: Add green onions, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss well. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
Notes
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Bean Texture: Rinsing the beans under cold water immediately after boiling is essential to halt cooking and maintain a bright green, tender-crisp texture.
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Herb Substitutes: Use a mixture of parsley, dill, or coriander if chervil or tarragon are unavailable.
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Spice Infusion: The dressing works best when made just before serving. Heating the spices briefly releases their aromatic oils.
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Capsicum Blister: Use high heat when cooking the capsicum/bell peppers to create a desirable char without making them mushy.
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Storage: Keeps well overnight; serve at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching, Sautéing, Tossing
- Cuisine: European Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Entire recipe (full batch)
- Calories: ~770 kcal
- Sugar: ~32 g
- Sodium: ~1,030 mg
- Fat: ~46 g
- Saturated Fat: ~6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~38 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~88 g
- Fiber: ~27 g
- Protein: ~16 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Green Bean Salad, Warm Vinaigrette, Side Dish, French Green Beans, Haricot Vert, Aromatic Salad, Caper Salad, Quick Salad, Vegetarian Side, Mediterranean