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Green Bean Potato Salad

Published July 9, 2019 by Lauren Vavala

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Green Bean Potato Salad is a unique summer side dish that can be served warm or chilled! This recipe includes a zippy dressing that gives the dish such delicious flavor!

Close up of Green Bean Potato Salad on a Rectangular White Tray over a wood background

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This Green Bean Potato Salad recipe is another one that comes partly from my mom. The other part, from Martha Stewart! I had received a meal kit from Martha & Marley Spoon (SO good, by the way!) that had a Green Bean Vinaigrette that reminded me of a green bean and potato side dish recipe that my mom used to make.

The ingredients that my mom uses in her dressing are completely different than the ingredients in the dressing that came in that meal kit. I decided to experiment a bit to create a dressing that combined my favorite flavors from both into one amazing dressing!

For my dressing, I ended up using most of the ingredients from my mom’s recipe, but the addition of stone ground mustard was inspired by the whole grain mustard in Martha’s recipe. I just love the texture from the mustard seeds!

I’m also obsessed with the hint of spice from the raw shallots! This entire recipe is just bursting with all kinds of flavor!

Why This Recipe Works

  • This recipe is quick and easy to make. It takes less than 30 minutes.
  • You can make this side dish ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator until needed.
  • Serve this dish warm or chilled to suit any occasion.

How to Make Green Bean Potato Salad

Prep!

Cut the potatoes into bite size pieces and place in a pot of cold water along with a whole clove of garlic. Place on the stove top and set the heat to high.

Chopped Shallot and Minced Garlic on a White Cutting Board

Meanwhile, cut the ends off the green beans, then cut into approximately 1-inch pieces. Dice the shallot and mince the garlic.

Create!

Boil the potatoes until just fork-tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool some.

Green Beans and Potatoes in a Silver Bowl

Place the green beans in a microwave safe bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of water and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Drain and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process. Add them to a large bowl along with the potatoes.

Tip: I steam the green beans in the microwave to save time, but you can steam in a pot, or even boil them with the potatoes right before the potatoes are done.

Salad Dressing in a Silver Bowl

To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the shallots and garlic.

Green Beans and Potatoes with the Dressing Mixed In in a Silver Bowl

Pour the dressing over the potatoes and green beans, then toss gently to combine.

Present!

Green Bean Potato Salad on a Rectangular Serving Tray with a Yellow Napkin and Wooden Spoon

For parties and cookouts, you can add this to a pretty serving bowl or serving tray (melamine are great for outdoors!). Top with a sprinkle of chopped parsley, for garnish, if desired.

Tips and Techniques for the Best Green Bean Potato Salad

  • You can steam the green beans in the microwave to save time or even boil them with the potatoes right before the potatoes are done.
  •  This is a great make ahead recipe. Easily bring it along to cookouts and potlucks!
  • Store any leftover potato salad in an air tight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.

FAQ’s

  • Can you make Green Bean Potato Salad ahead of time? Yes. You can make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator, tightly covered, for up to 5 days.
  • Can you freeze Green Bean Potato Salad? Freezing this recipe is not recommended.

Other Recipes to Try

  • Creamy Lemon Tarragon Potato Salad
  • Sheet Pan Chimichurri Steak and Potatoes
  • Cauliflower Salad with Green Beans

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Green Bean Potato Salad
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Green Bean Potato Salad

Green Bean Potato Salad is a unique summer side dish that can be served warm or chilled! This recipe includes a zippy dressing that gives the dish such delicious flavor!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 157kcal
Author Lauren Harris

Ingredients

  • 1 pound potatoes * I use small golden potatoes
  • 1 clove garlic * whole
  • 2 cups green beans * cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 shallot * diced
  • 1 clove garlic * minced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons stone ground mustard
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Cut the potatoes into bite size pieces and place in a pot of cold water along with a whole clove of garlic. Place on the stove top and set the heat to high. 
  • Boil the potatoes until just fork-tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool some.
  • Place the green beans in a microwave safe bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of water and microwave on high for 4 minutes.
  • Drain and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process. Add them to a large bowl along with the potatoes.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and stone ground mustard. Stir in the shallots and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the potatoes and green beans. Toss gently to combine.
  • Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

Tips and Techniques for the Best Green Bean Potato Salad

  • You can steam the green beans in the microwave to save time or even boil them with the potatoes right before the potatoes are done.
  •  This is a great make ahead recipe. Easily bring it along to cookouts and potlucks!
  • Store any leftover potato salad in an air tight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 409mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 255IU | Vitamin C: 27.6mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg

This recipe was originally published on May 1, 2018. It was updated with more thorough instructions, tips, techniques, and FAQ’s in July 2019.

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Comments

  1. heather says

    June 13, 2018 at 7:30 pm

    I love this recipe! I never thought of using green beans and potatoes together but that dressing and the mustard flavor would certainly bring it all together. beautiful!

    Reply
  2. Ruchi says

    June 13, 2018 at 3:22 am

    Simple but i can tell very flavorful recipe for a quick summer bite or a side dish for a bbq potluck! And crunchy too!

    Reply
  3. mirlene says

    June 12, 2018 at 8:28 pm

    great looking dish. very healthy and perfect for the summer days.

    Reply
  4. Karyn says

    June 12, 2018 at 4:47 pm

    I love this salad, so full of flavour.I hope it wouldn’t be a sin to serve it with a roast as a side????

    Reply
  5. Marisa Franca says

    June 12, 2018 at 4:12 pm

    I ove the this vegetarian dish. I’m not really fond of too much mayo and I do like grainy mustard. Adding the green beans to the potatoes really adds color and additional vitamins to the dish.

    Reply
  6. Veena Azmanov says

    June 12, 2018 at 3:09 pm

    I love adding veggies to my potato salad too. My kids favorite is peas. This sounds so delicious. Love the sound of balsamic and mustard in there.

    Reply
  7. Adriana Lopez Martin says

    June 12, 2018 at 12:03 am

    What a beutiful vegetarian salad, has all the godo ingredients and potatoes yummy! This coudl be a main dish too. I bet it is delicious need to make it soon.

    Reply
  8. Claudia Lamascolo says

    June 11, 2018 at 5:47 pm

    what an amazing side dish especially for all these upcoming holiday! I just love this idea and love beans so its a win win!

    Reply
  9. pavani says

    June 11, 2018 at 4:29 pm

    That is such a yummy looking green bean and potato salad. Love that simple balsamic dressing. This will be perfect for any summer bbq party.

    Reply

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