Cold green bean salad with onion and italian dressing
Enjoy a refreshing and tangy Cold Green Bean Salad with crisp onions and zesty Italian dressing. Perfect as a light side or a quick, healthy snack. Made with canned green beans, fresh onions, and your favorite Italian dressing for an easy and delicious dish that's ready in minutes!
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
2 cans green beans1 onion
2 cups italian salad dressing
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Instructions:
- Begin by opening the cans of green beans. Drain the liquid from the cans and rinse the green beans under cold water to remove any residual canning liquid. Set the green beans aside to drain completely.
- Peel and finely slice the onion. You can slice it into thin rings or chop it into small pieces, depending on your preference.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained green beans and the sliced or chopped onion.
- Pour the 2 cups of Italian salad dressing over the green beans and onions.
- Gently toss the green beans and onions with the Italian dressing until everything is evenly coated. Make sure the dressing is well distributed for maximum flavor.
- Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to a covered container.
- Place the salad in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld together. For best results, you can let it chill for several hours or even overnight.
- Before serving, give the salad a quick stir to redistribute the dressing.
- Serve the cold green bean salad as a side dish, enjoying it as a refreshing and tangy complement to your meal.
Tips:
- Whenever possible, use fresh green beans instead of canned ones for a crisper texture. Blanch them quickly in boiling water and then plunge them into ice water to retain their vibrant color and crunch.
- If you prefer a homemade touch, consider making your own Italian dressing. You can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, adding more herbs, garlic, or a splash of lemon juice for extra zing.
- For better flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This allows the beans to absorb the dressing and the flavors to meld together.
- Enhance the salad by adding extra veggies such as cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, or olives for more color and texture.
- For a more attractive presentation, consider garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or basil, or even some grated Parmesan cheese.
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Nutrition per serving
8 ServingsCalories 90kcal
Protein 1.55g
Carbohydrates 12g
Fiber 2.03g
Sugar 8g
Fat 4.16g
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