Green Bean Salad with Tomatoes and Feta
Brighten up your table with a refreshing and vibrant Green Bean Salad with Tomatoes and Feta, a perfect blend of textures and flavors that’s both satisfying and nutritious. This easy-to-make salad combines freshly blanched green beans and juicy cherry tomatoes with creamy, tangy feta cheese for a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic, this salad is a burst of Mediterranean-inspired goodness. Topped with fresh parsley, it’s ideal as a light side dish or a stunning addition to your next picnic or potluck. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free recipe is a quick crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 150 grams block of feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 piece garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
Trim the ends off the green beans and blanch them in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender.
Prepare a bowl of ice water. Once the green beans are cooked, transfer them directly into the ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain their vibrant color. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and set them aside.
Cut the feta cheese into small cubes or crumble it into pieces, based on your preference.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad as a garnish.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.7 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 3037 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 976 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1772 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
