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Green Bean and Potato Salad


This Green Bean and Potato Salad combines fresh, simple flavors in an easy make-ahead dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family barbecues.

 
Overhead shot of a bowl filled with green bean and potato salad, featuring mixed baby potatoes, green beans, and sliced onions, all lightly coated in a vinaigrette.

Let’s be honest, sometimes you just need a side dish that looks like you tried harder than you did. This is one of those. It’s just potatoes, green beans and a quick little vinaigrette. No mayo, no fuss and it actually tastes better the longer it sits. 

What you need:

  • 2 pounds multi color small potatoes, cubed
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced

Dressing:

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper 


How to make it: 

  1. Boil potatoes in a large pot until almost tender. Add green beans for the last few minutes. Drain well.
  2. Transfer to a bowl with the sliced onion.
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients and toss with vegetables.
  4. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Pro tip: Don’t overcook the potatoes — you want them firm enough to hold their shape after tossing, not mushy. 

This is one of those sides that’s simple but always hits the spot. If you give it a try, I’d love to hear what you think—drop a comment and let me know how it turned out!



Green Bean and Potato Salad

Green Bean and Potato Salad
Author: Jolene's Recipe Journal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds multi color baby potatoes, cubed
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
DRESSING:
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender, adding green beans during the last 4 minutes of cooking. Drain.
  2. Transfer potatoes and green beans to a large bowl and add onion. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour over potato mixture; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving
green beans, potatoes,
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Comments

  1. This is my kind of salad. I prefer vinaigrette over mayo based dressings.

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  2. Wow, that IS easy and it does look quite fancy!

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  3. These salads are great because there's no mayo so you don't need to keep it cold. And I bet they do taste better the longer it sits as the vinaigrette marinates the potatoes and beans.

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  4. Love this. A touch of dill is a must.

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  5. Love the extra nutrition from the green beans!

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  6. Nothing like a fresh and light summer salad for summer barbecues. This is a nice change from heavy mayo salads.

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  7. I love that this dressing is made from simple ingredients that I always have. I'll be making this for Memorial Day

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