Green Bean and Potato Salad with Lemon-Dill Dressing

This green bean and potato salad is a classic summer side dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The potatoes are cooked until tender and then combined with green beans, red onion, and fresh dill. A simple lemon-dill dressing is made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper and tossed with the salad. The result is a flavorful and refreshing salad that is perfect for any summer gathering.

Potato salad is a classic summer side dish with countless variations. This particular recipe is inspired by the classic German potato salad, which typically includes bacon and vinegar. However, we've lightened up the recipe by using olive oil instead of bacon and lemon juice instead of vinegar. The result is a flavorful and refreshing salad that is perfect for any summer gathering.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
• 1 pound green beans, trimmed
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Place the potatoes in a large pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until tender.
2. Drain the potatoes and let cool slightly.
3. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, green beans, red onion, and dill.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the potato salad and toss to coat.
6. Serve immediately or chill for later.
7. Garnish with fresh dill, if desired.

Why It Works

• The potatoes are cooked until tender, which gives them a creamy texture that pairs well with the green beans.
• The red onion adds a bit of sweetness and crunch to the salad.
• The fresh dill adds a bright, herbaceous flavor to the salad.
• The lemon-dill dressing is light and refreshing, and it helps to brighten up the flavors of the salad.