Description
Fresh Green Bean Salad with Feta Cheese – A Blissful Crunch! is the ultimate refreshing dish that combines crisp green beans, creamy feta, and crunchy walnuts for a delightful culinary experience. Ideal for any occasion—from picnics to dinner parties—this salad can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect last-minute choice. The vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients, complemented by tangy lemon juice and savory feta, ensure a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed and rinsed)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a boil. Cook the trimmed green beans for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drain the beans and plunge them into ice water to stop cooking; then drain again.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, white apple vinegar, salt, pepper, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled green beans, sliced red onion, crumbled feta, and toasted walnuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg