Bean and rocket salad

Delight in the fresh flavors of a Bean and Rocket Salad with Green-Olive Dressing! Crisp green beans, peppery arugula, and tangy olives are tossed in a zesty olive oil and mustard dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

  • 18 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 5 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Bean and rocket salad

Welcome to your guide on crafting a delightful Bean and Rocket Salad with Green-Olive Dressing. This nutritious and vibrant dish combines the crisp freshness of arugula and green beans with the tangy depth of a green-olive dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish, this salad is a breeze to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients:

1 cup green beans
230g
5 cups arugula
100g
1/2 cup olives
120g
1/4 cup olive oil
60g
2 tbsp vinegar
30g
1 tbsp mustard
16g
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Green Beans:
- Start by trimming the ends of the green beans.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
- Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender yet crisp.
- Drain the green beans and plunge them into an ice bath or rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to drain completely.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the green olives, olive oil, vinegar, and mustard.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Taste the dressing and season with salt and pepper as needed. Blend again briefly to mix.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, place the fresh arugula.
- Add the blanched and cooled green beans.
- Pour the green-olive dressing over the salad ingredients.
4. Toss and Serve:
- Gently toss the salad to ensure the arugula and green beans are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve immediately as a fresh and vibrant side dish.

Tips:

- Blanch the green beans for a crisp texture and vibrant color. Simply boil them for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to ice water to stop the cooking process.

- For a more robust flavor, allow the dressing to marinate with the olives for at least 30 minutes before tossing with the salad.

- Feel free to mix in additional vegetables like cherry tomatoes or red onion for added color and taste.

- If you prefer a bit of crunch, sprinkle some toasted nuts or seeds over the salad before serving.

- Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge. It can be used for up to a week on other salads or as a marinade.

And there you have it—a refreshing Bean and Rocket Salad with Green-Olive Dressing. This salad is a perfect balance of flavors, from the crunch of the green beans to the peppery arugula and the savory dressing. Enjoy this dish as a healthy meal on its own or as a stunning side to complement your favorite entrees.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size90 grams
Energy
Calories 40kcal2%
Protein
Protein 1.40g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 4.62g1%
Fiber 1.72g5%
Sugar 1.65g2%
Fat
Fat 12g15%
Saturated 1.88g6%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 36ug4%
Choline 11mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.04mg4%
Vitamin B2 0.06mg4%
Vitamin B3 0.35mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.07mg4%
Vitamin B9 30ug7%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Vitamin E 0.55mg4%
Vitamin K 36ug29%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 60mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.09mg10%
Iron, Fe 1.89mg17%
Magnesium, Mg 20mg5%
Phosphorus, P 27mg2%
Potassium, K 150mg4%
Selenium, Se 1.31ug2%
Sodium, Na 180mg12%
Zinc, Zn 0.23mg2%
Water
Water 70g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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