Wax Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese

Name: Wax Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups packed basil leaves; 3/4 pound yellow wax beans; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; Salt; 6 ounces fresh goat cheese, plus 2 tablespoons crumbled; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 pound cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced; 1 Thai green chile, minced; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Servings: persons

2 cups packed basil leaves
3/4 pound yellow wax beans
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Salt
6 ounces fresh goat cheese, plus 2 tablespoons crumbled
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
1 Thai green chile, minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1
In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, blanch the basil for 20 seconds.
2
Plunge the basil leaves into a bowl of ice water; drain and squeeze dry.
3
Cook the beans in the boiling water until just tender, 4 minutes.
4
Transfer the beans to the ice water; drain and pat dry.
5
Cut the beans on the bias into 1-inch lengths.
6
In a blender, puree the basil with the vegetable oil.
7
Strain and season with salt.
8
In a food processor, puree the 6 ounces of goat cheese with the buttermilk, lime juice and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
9
Season with salt.
10
In a large bowl, toss the tomatoes, shallot, chile, vinegar and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
11
Season with salt.
12
Let stand for 15 minutes, tossing a few times.
13
Toss the wax beans with the goat cheese dressing.
14
Mound the beans on plates and top with the cherry tomato salad.
15
Drizzle with the basil oil, sprinkle with the crumbled goat cheese and serve.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups packed basil leaves, 3/4 pound yellow wax beans, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, Salt, and more.

Yes, Wax Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese 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!