Best 7 Greek Green Bean Salad Recipes

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Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our curated collection of Greek green bean salad recipes. Bursting with freshness, this classic Greek dish offers a harmonious blend of tender green beans, crisp bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Whether you prefer a tangy dressing or a creamy yogurt-based sauce, our selection of recipes caters to every taste preference. Discover the perfect balance of flavors and textures in each bite as we guide you through the culinary journey of creating an authentic Greek green bean salad that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH FETA AND TOMATOES



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This cold green bean salad is made with feta cheese and tomatoes and is one of my favorite salads for a picnic or a barbeque. I make this amount for 2 or 3 people, but you can easily double or quadruple the recipe.

Provided by Gundi

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Bean Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
3 tomatoes, chopped
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 shallot, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil and cook beans until they are soft, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain well. Combine green beans and tomatoes in a large bowl
  • Stir together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add shallot, parsley, and garlic. Pour dressing over beans and tomatoes and mix. Mix in crumbled feta cheese. Allow to sit for 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 287 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

GREEK GREEN BEAN SALAD RECIPE



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Greek Green Bean Salad Recipe. Perfectly tender, flavor-packed green bean salad prepared Greek style. A garlicy, zesty dressing pulls it together, and a sprinkle of feta and chopped marinated olives take it to a new level of delicious.

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Water
1 lb green beans, trimmed
Salt and pepper, to taste
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional, to taste
Quality crumbled feta cheese, to taste
2 tbsp (or more to your liking) pitted olives, chopped
2 tbsp Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1/2 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, fresh dill, Spanish paprika, pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside for now.
  • Bring a large pot filled with water to a boil. Add green beans. Cook for 5 minutes, then, keep the pot of boiling water going, but using tongs, transfer green beans to an ice bath (a bowl of ice and ice cold water) for 5 minutes. Return beans to boiling water to finish cooking until tender, about 10 more minutes or so. Drain well.
  • Transfer warm beans to a mixing bowl. Toss with a little salt and pepper. Give the dressing a quick stir to combine well, then pour over the green beans. Toss again to coat.
  • Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle crushed pepper flakes and crumbled feta. Top with chopped olives. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Sugar 4.2 g, Sodium 341.1 mg, Fat 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg

GREEK GARBANZO BEAN SALAD



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This is a delightful salad that doesn't skimp on taste.

Provided by Kim Fusich

Categories     Salad     Beans

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
2 cucumbers, halved lengthwise and sliced
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
½ red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can black olives, drained and chopped
1 ounce crumbled feta cheese
½ cup Italian-style salad dressing
½ lemon, juiced
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, garlic, olives, cheese, salad dressing, lemon juice, garlic salt and pepper. Toss together and refrigerate 2 hours before serving. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 3.2 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1066.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

GREEK THREE-BEAN SALAD



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Green, kidney and wax beans combine for a summer classic with a tasty twist. Thanks to some bold Mediterranean flavors, it's not hard to close your eyes and imagine yourself on a Greek island. -Vivian Levine, Summerfield, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained
1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup julienned green pepper
1/2 cup peeled, seeded and chopped cucumber
3/4 cup bottled Greek vinaigrette
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the first seven ingredients in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Chill until serving and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

GREEK GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Greek Green Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Beans

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs trimmed washed fresh green beans
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt (coarse ground)
pepper (fresh ground)
1 clove garlic, minced or crushed
2 cups cut up tomatoes (roma or cherry)
1/2 cup sliced scallion
1/2 cup feta cheese

Steps:

  • place beans in large pot of salted boiling water until tender/crisp 6-8 minutes.
  • drain in colander rinsing with cold water to stop cooking.
  • whisk oil, garlic, mustard, vinegar, and salt and pepper (to taste).
  • toss vinegarette over beans.
  • add remaining cheese, tomatoes and scallions toss to coat.
  • serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 121.9, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.3, Protein 4

GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE SALAD



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds or halves depending on the size
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
1 shallot, sliced into rings
One 5.2-ounce container garlic and herb soft cheese, such as Boursin
1/2 cup fried onions

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water and set aside.
  • Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook until bright green and tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer the green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking. Drain the beans and add them to a mixing bowl.
  • Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the mushrooms, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the cheese and stir to melt. Turn the heat off and add the mixture to the bowl with the green beans. Toss until everything is creamy and thoroughly combined. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Toss to combine. Top with the fried onions. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until ready to serve.

GREEK BEAN SALAD



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I found this in The Bean Harvest Cookbook and it sounded perfect for a summer cookout. Made a few adjustments and it was perfect. Cook time is marinating time. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by flower7

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
1 pint grape tomatoes, quartered
3 small pickling cucumbers, peeled & chopped
2/3 cup kalamata olive, pitted & halved
6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (I used feta with basil & tomato)
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 2 tablespoons fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Dressing: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
  • Salad: In a large bowl, combine the dressing with the beans and mix well. Cover and marinate at room temperature at least one hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Shortly before serving, mix in the tomatoes, cucumber, olives and cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.1, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 20.1, Sodium 736.8, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 6.2, Protein 10.2

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them. Avoid beans that are limp, bruised, or have yellow or brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans properly: Cut off the ends of the beans, where they were attached to the plant. You can also remove the strings from the beans if desired, though this is not necessary.
  • Blanch the green beans: Blanching helps to preserve the color and nutrients in the beans. To blanch the beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Drain the beans and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Make the dressing in advance: The dressing for the salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
  • Use a variety of olives: The salad is even more flavorful when you use a variety of olives, such as Kalamata, black, and green olives.
  • Add some feta cheese: Feta cheese is a classic Greek ingredient that adds a salty, tangy flavor to the salad. You can also use other types of cheese, such as goat cheese or Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve the salad chilled: The salad is best served chilled, so make sure to refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Greek green bean salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright colors and fresh flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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