Balsamic Potato and Green Bean Salad - Rachael Ray

Name: Balsamic Potato and Green Bean Salad - Rachael Ray
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs tiny new potatoes; 3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste; 10 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved crosswise; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; ½ teaspoon sugar; ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped (plus more sprigs for garnish)

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs tiny new potatoes
3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
10 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved crosswise
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped (plus more sprigs for garnish)

1
In a large saucepan, place potatoes, 2 teaspoons salt, and enough water to cover by 1 inch.
2
Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
3
Add green beans and cook for 3 minutes.
4
Drain and let stand.
5
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, mustard, pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt.
6
Whisk in olive oil unti combined.
7
Toss the potatoes and beans with the dressing to coat.
8
Using a fork, mash several potatoes.
9
Toss in the scallions and thyme.
10
Season with more salt and pepper to taste and top with thyme sprigs.
11
Serve either warm or at room temperature.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs tiny new potatoes, 3 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste, 10 ounces green beans, trimmed and halved crosswise, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Balsamic Potato and Green Bean Salad - Rachael Ray falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!