"Meet your new favorite green bean salad recipe: crisp-tender beans tossed in a punchy, creamy Parmesan dressing that's bright enough to cut through a heavy meal but rich enough to stand on its own. It's precisely the kind of side dish that steals the show at dinner parties, potlucks, and holiday gatherings. The dressing is the real star here: cheesy and garlicky, balanced with apple cider vinegar and honey for tang and lift."
"A quick blanch and ice bath keep the beans vibrantly green and just snappy enough to hold their own alongside roast chicken, pork chops, or even your Thanksgiving lineup. Our advice? Chill the salad right in the mixing bowl, then give it a good toss before serving. Finish with a snowfall of grated Parmesan and plenty of cracked black pepper."
"Don't overcook the beans. You want that crisp-tender snap. Taste one straight from the ice bath-it should resist just slightly when bitten. Blend while it's hot. The splash of boiling water helps the Parmesan emulsify smoothly into the salad dressing-don't skip it. Switch it up. Swap the Parmesan for feta cheese for a briny twist; to finish, top with shards of crumbled feta. You can also trade the shallots for thinly sliced red onion."
Blanched green beans become crisp-tender and vibrantly green after a quick blanch and ice bath, holding their own alongside roast meats or holiday dishes. A creamy Parmesan dressing with garlic, apple cider vinegar, and honey provides cheesy richness balanced by tang and lift. Blending the dressing while hot with a splash of boiling water helps the Parmesan emulsify smoothly and coat the beans. Chill the salad in the mixing bowl so the dressing thickens, then toss again before serving to recoat evenly. Swap Parmesan for feta or shallots for red onion for variations. Thicker standard green beans absorb dressing better than haricot verts.
Read at Bon Appetit
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