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Green bean and chicken salad

10 min Cook
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Green bean and chicken salad

Green beans are one of my kitchen staples, bridging the gap between comfort and nutrition. Packed with fiber, vitamins A, C, and K, and a satisfying crunch, they bring both health and texture to any dish. They’re so adaptable that I use them in everything from hearty casseroles to warm salads, making them a perfect partner for lean proteins.

This green bean and (vegan) chicken salad is an adaptation of a recipe that uses turkey. You can use plant-base substitutes or meat to your liking. I often make it when I have excess steamed green beans that need to be used up quickly. You can also use canned green beans or boiled, unseasoned green beans.

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Green bean and chicken salad

Green bean and chicken salad

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This warm and tasty salad offers a rich and textured meal that can be enjoyed in any season. With a base of fresh lettuce and steamed green beans, this salad uses a mix of proteins and a delicious mustard vinaigrette.
prep time
5 min
cooking time
10 min
servings
2
total time
15 minutes

Equipment

  • Skillet

  • Knife

Ingredients

  • 1 cup steamed (or boiled) green beans

  • 2 cups of fresh lettuce

  • 200 g vegan chicken pieces (or lean meat)

  • 70 g diced vegan bacon (or bacon)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 handful almonds

  • 1 handful fresh parsley

  • 50 ml walnut oil (or olive oil)

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 pinch of dill

Instructions

1

Cook the protein

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the bacon and the chicken, and cook until it starts to golden. Add the almonds, stir, and continue to cook for one minute. Take off the heat, stir in a handful fresh parsley, and set aside to cool.
2

Make the vinaigrette

In a small bowl, whisk together the walnut oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper, and add a pinch of dill.
3

Compose the salad

Transfer the lettuce and the steamed green beans to a salad bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss well. Finally, spoon the meats on top of it and toss again. Serve warm.
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