Description
Fresh Green Bean Salad with Feta Cheese – A Blissful Crunch! is the ultimate vibrant dish that brings together crisp green beans, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy walnuts for a refreshing experience. Perfect for summer barbecues or light lunches, this salad not only looks appealing but also bursts with flavor. The tangy lemon dressing elevates each bite, making it an ideal side dish or a standalone meal. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this salad is a delightful addition to any dining occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound green beans (trimmed and rinsed)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to boil. Cook the trimmed green beans for 3–5 minutes until tender yet crisp. Drain and immerse in ice water.
- In a bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, white apple vinegar, Dijon mustard (if using), sugar (if desired), salt, pepper, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled green beans, sliced red onion, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese. Pour dressing over the mixture.
- Gently toss until everything is evenly coated in dressing. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill briefly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 190g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg