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French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad

Savory French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad to Savor

Experience the vibrant flavors of our French-Style Potato and Green Bean Salad, perfect for gatherings or a quick meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pounds New Potatoes can substitute with red or yellow potatoes
  • 1 pounds Green Beans asparagus can be used for a different taste
  • 4 large Hard-Boiled Eggs omit for a vegan version
  • ½ cup Dry-Cured Olives feel free to omit
For the Vinaigrette
  • ½ cup Olive Oil avocado oil is a great alternative
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice vinegar can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar balsamic vinegar can be used as a substitute
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic adjust quantity according to preference
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard whole grain mustard can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Capers can be omitted
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Herbs (e.g., Parsley, Basil) use any favorite herbs

Equipment

  • pot
  • Colander
  • jar
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a pot with cold water, carefully add the eggs, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Simmer gently for 1 minute, then cover and let sit for 10 minutes. Cool under cold running water, then peel and quarter.
  2. Prepare your new potatoes by halving or quartering them. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat, then add the potatoes. Cook for about 12 minutes until tender yet firm.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans to the pot with the potatoes and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until vibrant and tender.
  4. Drain potatoes and green beans in a colander, then transfer to a bowl filled with ice water to stop cooking. Let cool for 5–10 minutes, then drain again.
  5. In a jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, and olives. Shake until emulsified.
  6. In a large bowl, toss cooled potatoes and green beans with fresh herbs and half of the vinaigrette. Fold gently to coat.
  7. Arrange the salad in a serving bowl, top with quartered hard-boiled eggs, and drizzle the remaining vinaigrette. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad stores well in the fridge and can be made a day in advance. Customize with your favorite herbs or add-ins.

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