Ensalada de Judías Verdes

Ensalada de Judías Verdes is a vibrant, refreshing Spanish green bean salad that combines tender green beans with a zesty vinaigrette and fresh vegetables. This dish is perfect for warm days, bringing a burst of flavor and nutrition to your table.

Ingredients

• Green beans - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Wash and trim the green beans, then blanch them in boiling salted water for about 4-5 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
2. Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for a few minutes, then drain and set aside.
3. While the green beans are cooling, chop the cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Add the cooled green beans, chopped tomatoes, onion, and cucumber to the bowl with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
6. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad and give it another gentle toss.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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