Cold Green Bean and Artichoke Salad

A hearty and delicious cold green bean salad with artichokes, tomatoes, and olives, perfect for potlucks, barbecues and family get-togethers.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 363 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• ½ medium red onion, sliced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
• 1 (14 ounce) jar cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 ½ pounds green beans, trimmed
• 1 (14 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• ¼ cup black olives, pitted
• 1 tablespoon shaved Parmesan cheese, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, or more to taste
• sprig of parsley for garnish (optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil and add green beans. Cook until tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process, about 5 minutes. When cooled, drain well and pat dry. Set aside.

Step 2

Combine blanched green beans, tomatoes, artichokes, red onion, black olives, beans, and parsley in a large bowl.

Step 3

Whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a cup. Add olive oil in a steady stream while whisking until dressing has emulsified.

Step 4

Pour dressing over salad and finish with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese. Garnish with a sprig of parsley, if desired.