July 28, 2020
Mexican Green Bean Salad
This is a delicious green bean salad that is tossed with salsa ingredients and a Mexican flavored dressing. Serve at room temperature. A bit of Cotija or feta makes a nice addition.
Servings: 4
Calories: 152kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound fresh green beans preferably haricoverts
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder omit for nightshade-free
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 cup tomato chopped, omit for nightshade-free
- 3/4 avocado sliced
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 1/4 red onion chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toss the green beans with the avocado oil spread them in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Broil for 5 minutes, or until tender crisp (you can also steam or blanch them, if you prefer). Let them cool.
- While the beans cook, combine the remaining ingredients in a large bowl. When the beans have cooked and cooled off a bit, add them to the bowl and toss to combine so that everything is coated evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
Nutrition without nightshades: Calories: 145 cal, Carbs: 8g, Fiber: 4g, Fat: 13g, Protein: 2g
Nutrition without the avocado: Calories: 92 cal, Carbs: 6g, Fiber: 2g, Fat: 7g, Protein: 2g
Nutrition Facts
Mexican Green Bean Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
152
% Daily Value*
Fat
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Sodium
13
mg
1
%
Potassium
422
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
10
g
3
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
1064
IU
21
%
Vitamin C
17
mg
21
%
Calcium
29
mg
3
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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