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Green Bean Salad with Feta

Zesty Green Bean Salad with Feta for a Refreshing Summer Bite

Bright, crisp Green Bean Salad with Feta is a must-try dish for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans Trimmed
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble before adding
  • ½ cup Walnuts Chopped; substitute with pecans or omit for nut-free
For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice Use fresh juice
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Or avocado oil as an alternative
  • Salt & Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • ice bath

Method
 

Preparing the Salad
  1. Trim the ends off the green beans and boil salted water. Steam beans for 3-5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender, then transfer to an ice bath.
  2. In a bowl, combine lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
  3. Once cooled, combine green beans, feta, and walnuts in a mixing bowl. Drizzle vinaigrette over and toss gently.
  4. Chill the salad for 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy at room temperature for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for about 15 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Use fresh ingredients for best results.

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