Mediterranean Potato & Green Bean Salad with Hard-Boiled Eggs
A vibrant, protein-rich salad combining tender boiled potatoes, crisp green beans, and perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs, tossed in a lemony olive oil dressing with herbs. Inspired by Mediterranean flavors, it’s light, satisfying, and full of healthy nutrients.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15–20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Serves: 2–3
Ingredients
Salad Base
3 medium potatoes, boiled and cubed
150 g green beans, trimmed and blanched
2–3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
5–6 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
Dressing
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
2 tbsp crumbled feta
1 tsp capers
A few olives
Instructions
Step 1: Cook Potatoes & Green Beans
Boil potatoes until tender (~10–12 min), drain, and let cool slightly.
Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender, then immediately cool in ice water to retain color.
Step 2: Make Dressing
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Assemble Salad
In a large bowl, combine potatoes, green beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Pour dressing over vegetables and gently toss.
Arrange hard-boiled eggs on top.
Sprinkle parsley and optional feta, capers, or olives.
Tips
Use small waxy potatoes (like baby potatoes) to keep the salad creamy and firm.
Blanch green beans quickly to retain crunch and bright color.
Can serve warm, room temperature, or chilled—great for meal prep.
Add a few roasted red peppers or artichokes for extra Mediterranean flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes—omit eggs and feta, and add chickpeas for protein.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
Yes—store dressing separately and add just before serving to keep salad fresh.
Q: Can I use other greens?
Yes—arugula, spinach, or mixed greens work well as a base.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~350 kcal
Protein: 14 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fat: 16 g
Fiber: 8 g