Description
A refreshing Green Bean and Feta Salad that combines tender green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let cool for 5 minutes, then drain again and pat dry.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled green beans, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- If using, sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.
Notes
- For added crunch, toss in some toasted walnuts or almonds.
- Substitute the feta with goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg