Green Beans and Feta with Dill
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Green Beans and Feta with Dill recipe—a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and simple preparation. Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to perfection and tossed with tangy crumbled feta, fragrant fresh dill, and a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. The ice bath blanching technique ensures the beans retain their vibrant green color and satisfying crunch, while the feta and dill add a refreshing Mediterranean twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering. Serve it fresh or let the flavors mingle for a few extra minutes—either way, it’s a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups ice cubes (for blanching)
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with 2 cups of ice cubes and enough cold water to cover the ice.
Using a slotted spoon or tongs, immediately transfer the green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Place the blanched green beans in a large serving bowl. Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped dill on top.
Drizzle the dressing over the green beans, feta, and dill. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the beans are evenly coated.
Serve immediately as a side dish or allow to sit for 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
662 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 2293 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 716 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1099 mg | 23% | |
*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.
