Creole-style green bean and onion salad with garlic dressing, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.

 

🥗 Creole Green Bean and Onion Salad: Freshness, Aroma, and Traditional Flavor

The Creole green bean and onion salad is a fresh and balanced dish that brings together simple ingredients with a dressing full of aroma and bold flavor. Its blend of textures and tastes makes it an ideal side dish for meats, fish, or as a light meal within traditional Cuban cuisine.

🧂 Ingredients for the recipe

  • 1 pound fresh tender green beans
  • 1 white onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • Enough water for cooking

 

 

👨‍🍳 Preparation Method

1. Preparing the green beans

Wash the green beans thoroughly under running water to remove any residue, then cut them into pieces of about one and a half inches to ensure even cooking.

2. Cooking the green beans

Place them in a pot with enough water and add the salt. Cook over medium-high heat for about 20 minutes until they become tender while still maintaining a firm and pleasant texture.

3. Draining and resting

Once cooked, remove them from the heat, drain them well, and place them in a wide, shallow dish. Let them rest for about 10 minutes to cool slightly before adding the dressing.

4. Preparing the Creole dressing

Crush the garlic cloves in a mortar with a small pinch of salt until a smooth paste forms. Add the olive oil and white balsamic vinegar, mixing well until all the flavors are fully combined.

5. Mixing and final presentation

Pour the dressing over the still-warm green beans and add three-quarters of the finely chopped onion. Toss gently so the dressing coats everything evenly, then finish by decorating the top with the reserved thin onion rings.

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ℹ️ Additional Information:

  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Salads & Appetizers
  • Cuisine: Cuban

📌 Related Terms:

  • Cuban Creole salad
  • Green bean and onion salad
  • Cuban recipe with fresh vegetables
  • Green beans with garlic dressing
  • Healthy Cuban side dish

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For the Spanish version, visit: Ensalada Criolla de Habichuelas y Cebolla: Frescura, Aroma y Sabor Tradicional.