Description
This Green Bean and Feta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. Crisp green beans are tossed with tangy feta cheese, red onions, and a zesty vinaigrette, creating a vibrant and satisfying salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Green Bean Salad:
- 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
Feta Cheese Dressing:
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill
- 2 tablespoons toasted almonds or walnuts
Instructions
- Blanch the Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Immediately transfer to an ice water bath to stop cooking, then drain and pat dry.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add green beans, red onion, and feta to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh herbs and nuts if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a punchier flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of chili flakes.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats or can be served on its own as a light lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
