Radish and Wax Bean Salad with Creme Fraiche Dressing Recipe Recipe

Name: Radish and Wax Bean Salad with Creme Fraiche Dressing Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup creme fraiche; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 medium lemon); 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Kosher salt; 12 ounces green beans, ends trimmed and cut on the bias into 1-inch lengths; 12 ounces yellow wax beans, ends trimmed and cut on the bias into 1-inch lengths; 2 bunches medium radishes (about 1 pound), tops trimmed, washed, and cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

1/2 cup creme fraiche
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 medium lemon)
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt
12 ounces green beans, ends trimmed and cut on the bias into 1-inch lengths
12 ounces yellow wax beans, ends trimmed and cut on the bias into 1-inch lengths
2 bunches medium radishes (about 1 pound), tops trimmed, washed, and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

1
Place all of the ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine; set aside.
2
Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil over high heat.
3
Add the green beans and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, prepare an ice water bath by filling a large bowl halfway with ice and water; set aside.
5
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the green beans to the ice water bath and set aside.
6
Return the water to a boil, add the wax beans, and cook until just tender, about 2 to 4 minutes.
7
Transfer the yellow beans to the ice bath and let sit until all of the beans are cool, about 4 to 5 minutes.
8
Remove the beans from the ice water bath, spread them out on a clean kitchen towel or a paper towel, and pat them dry with additional towels.
9
Transfer the beans to a large serving platter and spread the radishes on top in an even layer.
10
Drizzle with the dressing and sprinkle with the almonds.

240

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/2 cup creme fraiche, 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 medium lemon), 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves, and more.

Yes, Radish and Wax Bean Salad with Creme Fraiche Dressing Recipe 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.

Radish and Wax Bean Salad with Creme Fraiche Dressing Recipe

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