Description
A vibrant and refreshing Green Bean and Feta Salad that combines crisp blanched green beans with tangy feta cheese, red onion, and a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad is perfect as a light side dish, served chilled or at room temperature, and can be easily customized with additional ingredients like cherry tomatoes or olives.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch the Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for 3–4 minutes, until they are just tender and bright green.
- Shock the Green Beans: Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely, then drain well.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled green beans, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly with the dressing.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley or dill if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.
Notes
- This salad holds up well for a few hours, making it an excellent make-ahead side dish.
- Feel free to add variations such as cherry tomatoes, toasted almonds, or olives to enhance flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
