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    Home » Appetizers and Side Dishes

    German Green Bean Salad - Bohnensalat

    Dated: February 10, 2022 . Modified: Feb 10, 2022 by Kate Hahnel

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    Creamy and delicious German Green Bean Salad (also known as Bohnensalat) wonderfully flavored with sour cream, dill, and white wine vinegar! This easy low-carb and keto-friendly salad is the perfect side dish for you to serve at your dinner or lunch table!

    A picture of some green bean salad.

    One of the things I enjoy about living in Germany is how versatile the recipes from each region are! This one is one of the first ones I learned to make when I first relocated here, and it is always a hit in my family, alongside my German egg salad recipe.

    There are lots of reasons to love these German-style green beans. The sour cream adds a creamy flavor that you will absolutely love, and it works so well with the dill and white wine vinegar along with the other ingredients! Additionally, this herby-dilled green bean salad goes well with so many dishes and is easy to make, making it the perfect side dish. It is adaptable; you can use a sugar-free sweetener to make it low-carb or keto-friendly.

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    ingredients

    Here is a summary of the ingredients you will need. For full measurements, please see the detailed recipe card provided at the bottom of this page.

    German green bean salad (bohnensalat) ingredients
    • vegetables and herbs: green beans, chopped dill, red onion (finely sliced).
    • some water and salt: to boil the green beans.
    • dairy: sour cream.
    • condiments: white wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil.
    • seasoning: salt and pepper
    • sweetener: I have included the option of using a sugar-free sweetener such as erythritol, for those keeping an eye on their sugar intake, as well as a keto option. However, feel free to use regular sugar if you prefer.

    how to make German green bean salad (Bohnensalat)

    Here is a summary of how to make this easy green beans salad. The detailed recipe, substitutions, and storage instructions, as well as useful tips, have been provided in the recipe card below.

    A photo collage showing how to make green bean salad with sour cream and dill.
    • Wash and clean the green beans, then cut off the ends.
    • Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the beans, add salt and boil the green beans until they are cooked al dente.
    • Once the beans have cooked, drain and set aside to cool, and then prepare the salad dressing by combining the sour cream, dill, white wine vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar-free sweetener or regular sugar, and olive oil.
    • Add the sliced onion to the bowl with the green beans and then stir in the dressing. Allow the salad to chill in the fridge for at least one hour, to marinate (the salad also tastes better chilled, so definitely give it time).
    • Serve this salad cold alongside your favorite main dishes and enjoy!

    what to serve with German green bean salad

    Serve this green bean salad cold with your grilled summer barbecue dishes, boiled potatoes, beef, fish, pork, chicken dishes, and more! It is also perfect to serve as a side dish on special occasions such as Thanksgiving or Christmas.

    top tips

    • Keep the green bean salad (Bohnensalat) in the fridge for at least an hour, to enable the flavours to penetrate.
    • Always serve this salad cold! Also, give it time to marinate. As tempting as it may be, resist the urge to serve it immediately by all means!
    A picture of some green bean salad.

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    A picture of some green bean salad.

    German Green Bean Salad - Bohnensalat

    Kate Hahnel
    Creamy, delicious, and Keto-friendly German Green Bean Salad (also known as Bohnensalat) wonderfully flavored with sour cream, dill, and white wine vinegar!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Marination 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine German
    Servings 5
    Calories 166 kcal

    Equipment

    1 large pot (to boil the green beans)
    kitchen sieve
    2 bowls (one medium-sized, and one small)

    Ingredients
      

    • 1.5 lb green beans (about 700 grams).
    • some water (to boil the green beans).
    • 1 teaspoon salt (also for boiling the beans)
    • ⅓ cup chopped dill
    • 1 red onion (finely sliced)
    • ½ lb sour cream (or 250 grams).
    • 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 tablespoon sugar-free sweetener or regular sugar.
    • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil.

    Instructions
     

    • Wash and clean the green beans, then cut off the ends.
    • Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the beans, add a teaspoon of salt and boil the green beans until they are cooked al dente.
    • Once the beans have cooked, drain and set aside in a bowl to cool. In a small bowl, prepare the salad dressing by combining the sour cream, dill, white vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar-free sweetener or regular sugar, and olive oil.
    • Add the sliced onion to the bowl with the green beans and combine, then stir in the dressing. Allow the salad to chill in the fridge for at least one hour, to enable the flavors to properly come together (the salad tastes better with time).
    • Serve this German green bean salad cold, with beef, pork, potatoes, or your favorite main dishes!

    Video

    Notes

    Refrigeration and Freezing
    Store the German green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. I do not recommend freezing, as the green beans tend to get soggy once thawed.
    Useful Tips!
    • Keep the green bean salad (Bohnensalat) in the fridge for at least an hour, to enable the flavors to penetrate.
    • Always serve this salad cold! Also, give it time to marinate. As tempting as it may be, resist the urge to serve it immediately by all means!
    Substitutions and Variations
    • Feel free to substitute the sour cream for full-fat yogurt.
    • Add some diced fried bacon (or turkey bacon) for some protein, crumbled feta for some savory taste, or boiled potatoes for some carbs!
    • You can use balsamic vinegar in place of white wine vinegar.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 166kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 745mgPotassium: 411mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1465IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 114mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. sue

      February 10, 2022 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      I am a huge bean salad fan, and I've never made anything like this, can't wait!

      Reply
      • Kate Hahnel

        February 10, 2022 at 11:18 pm

        That makes me so happy! Hope you love it as much as we do!

        Reply
    2. Helen

      February 10, 2022 at 12:56 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds delicious! I love salads where one vegetable is given the chance to shine 🙂

      Reply
      • Kate Hahnel

        February 10, 2022 at 1:09 pm

        That is so true! It is one of those veggie salads that even kids surprisingly love!

        Reply
    3. Danielle

      February 10, 2022 at 12:55 pm

      5 stars
      This is totally new to me and I love it! The beans were so nice and tangy and just delicious. Will def make again!

      Reply
      • Kate Hahnel

        February 10, 2022 at 1:08 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Jessica Stroup

      February 10, 2022 at 11:47 am

      5 stars
      Easy and flavorful! A definite do again!

      Reply
      • Kate Hahnel

        February 10, 2022 at 12:47 pm

        Happy you liked it!

        Reply
    5. Hayley Dhanecha

      February 10, 2022 at 11:39 am

      5 stars
      We are huge fan of green beans, as well as we use in Indian cooking, love to include in salads too. This German version sounds so good, want to make so soon.

      Reply
      • Kate Hahnel

        February 10, 2022 at 12:46 pm

        Let me know once you try. Also, feel free to reach out should you have any questions.

        Reply

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