Green Bean and Feta Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Green Bean and Feta Salad. A delightful medley of crisp green beans, juicy tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese makes this salad a perfect addition to any gathering, whether it’s a backyard barbecue, picnic, or casual dinner at home. Simple to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad showcases seasonal ingredients and is versatile enough to complement grilled meats or serve as a light main dish. Its eye-catching colors and zesty dressing will impress your guests while being an ideal meal prep option for busy weekdays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Parboiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh green beans
- 14 oz grape or cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (cubed)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/8 tsp salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Parboil the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine halved tomatoes, basil, parsley, and cooled green beans.
- Pour dressing over vegetables and gently toss. Add feta cubes just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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