Fixed Blade Knife-Style Green Bean Salad

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A vibrant, crunchy salad with perfectly blanched green beans, toasted almonds, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette — ready in 15 minutes. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs (trimmed) green beans, slivered almonds, lemon juice into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.0 (9 ratings) Prep: 12 min Cook: 3 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz trimmed green beans and cook for 3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Step 2: Heat a small skillet over medium heat and add 1/4 cup slivered almonds. Toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant — do not let them burn.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp minced shallot, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp kosher salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: Place drained green beans in a large bowl, add toasted almonds, and pour 3/4 of the dressing over top. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately, drizzling with remaining dressing if desired, and season with extra black pepper.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Fixed Blade Knife-Style Green Bean Salad take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (12 min prep + 3 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Fixed Blade Knife-Style Green Bean Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (trimmed) green beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Fixed Blade Knife-Style Green Bean Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Fixed Blade Knife-Style Green Bean Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Fixed Blade Knife-Style Green Bean Salad vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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