Green bean salad with feta cheese is a refreshing and flavorful side dish perfect for summer gatherings. The crisp green beans, tangy feta cheese, and punchy dressing create a dish that is both light and satisfying. This salad is also incredibly versatile, making it easy to customize to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a simple vinaigrette or a more robust dressing, there is a recipe out there to suit your needs. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, green bean salad with feta cheese is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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GREEN BEAN FETA SALAD
I sampled this salad at my sister-in-law's home several years ago. I've made it often since and shared the recipe with many friends. The unusual combination of ingredients makes a tasty salad that complements lots of entrees. -Cheryl Martinetto, Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Place beans in a large bowl; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, dill, salt and pepper; shake well. Add pecans and onion to beans. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 29g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
GREEN BEAN AND FETA SALAD
A tasty salad using fresh green beans and feta cheese in a tangy dressing.
Provided by LIZ1888
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Bean Salad Recipes
Time 4h35m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Thinly slice the onion and place into a colander over the sink. Add the cleaned green beans to a large pot of boiling water and boil until crisp tender (about 4 minutes). When the beans are done, drain the water into the colander to slightly cook the onions. Immediately rinse all in cold water to stop the cooking process.
- For the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the garlic, rice wine vinegar, cider vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, pepper, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Add beans, onions and cheese and stir until combined. Place in a nonreactive container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 618.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
GREEK GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH FETA AND TOMATOES
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
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
GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
This green bean salad is a summer salad or side dish idea.
Provided by AHinojosa
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Green Bean Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on a baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven until toasted, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool, about 10 minutes.
- While walnuts cool, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add green beans and cook, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain again.
- Transfer green beans and walnuts to a mixing bowl and add feta, red onion, cranberries, salt, and pepper; gently toss together. Add balsamic dressing to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 709.5 mg, Sugar 11.7 g
BALSAMIC GREEN BEAN SALAD
Serve up those green beans in a whole new way-with a green bean salad recipe! The tangy flavors and crunch of these balsamic green beans complement any special meal or holiday potluck. -Megan Spencer, Farmington Hills, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place beans in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, garlic powder, mustard and pepper. Drizzle over beans. Add onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in tomatoes and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges
THREE BEAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
I had been looking for a bean salad recipe but couldn't find one that really stood out to me. I decided to make one myself. It turned out so well, all of my friends ask for the recipe!
Provided by MICAHGIBSON
Categories Salad Beans Three Bean Salad Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix black beans, kidney beans, great northern beans, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, feta cheese, red onion, Greek seasoning, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl; pour over bean mixture. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for about 2 hours for best flavor.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 627 mg, Sugar 3 g
GREEN BEANS WITH FETA
Turn simple green beans into a spirited side dish when you toss them with Greek cheese and vinaigrette.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 6-quart saucepan, heat 1 inch water and beans to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
- In large bowl, place beans. Add remaining ingredients except feta cheese; toss to coat.
- Top with feta cheese; serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1/2 Cup), Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
GREEN-BEAN AND FETA SALAD
Juicy green beans and tangy feta cheese pair well with Grilled Butterflied Leg of Lamb.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain in a colander; run under cold water to stop cooking.
- Whisk oil with vinegar and mustard; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss beans with vinaigrette, tomatoes, scallions, and feta.
GREEN BEAN FETA SALAD
A great recipe to take to a cook out or pitch-it. Fairly easy to make and you can make it ahead of time since its a chilled dish.
Provided by tabalt711
Categories Vegetable
Time 23m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Cook green beans in boiling salted water to cover 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain and pat dry. Place in serving bowl; cover and chill at least 2 hours.
- 2. Whisk together first 6 ingredients in a small bowl; gradually whisk in oil until blended.
- 3. Add chopped onion and 1/2 cup of LemonVinaigrette prepared in step 2 to beans, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with feta and walnuts. (you can use leftover vinaigrette to marinate artichoke hearts or chicken breasts.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.1, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 271.9, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3.5, Protein 5.6
GREEN BEAN, WALNUT AND FETA SALAD
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and season with a large pinch of salt. Add the green beans and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tender but still crisp. Transfer to a boil of iced water to cool and then drain and pat dry.
- Add the green beans, onions, and walnuts to a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the green beans, onions, and walnuts and toss to combine. Transfer to a platter and top with crumbled feta and freshly cracked black pepper.
COLD GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH FETA AND CHERRY TOMATOES
I always get asked for the recipe...Yummy. This serving size is good for a dinner party. Double the recipe if going to a big party.
Provided by Jennifer
Categories Green Bean Salad
Time 10h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a jar and allow to blend overnight.
- Toast almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, flipping often, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a plate and let them cool completely.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until tender crisp, about 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water. Drain well, pat dry (you want the bean as dry as possible), and place the beans into a large bowl. Add feta cheese, tomatoes, and red onions; mix to combine.
- Pour dressing over the green beans and sprinkle with toasted almonds; mix to combine. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 163.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH PINE NUTS AND FETA
Make and share this Green Bean Salad With Pine Nuts and Feta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Ricky Henry-Davies
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 17m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grab a bowl throw in all of the above, and mix--how easy is that!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.3, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 44.5, Sodium 764.8, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 5.9, Protein 10.1
GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND FETA
From Jack Bishop's Vegetables Every Day. Very pretty all green or with a mix of green and yellow beans.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring several quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the beans and salt to taste. Cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, shake dry and then spread out over a clean towel so they dry quickly. Let the beans cool to room temperature.
- Combine the tomatoes, shallot, oil, lemon juice, parsley and pepper to taste in a large serving bowl.
- Add the beans and adjust the seasonings, using salt sparingly.
- Sprinkle the feta cheese over the salad and serve immediately.
- Variation: Use 1 tablespoon walnut oil and 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil. Sprinkle the salad with 1/3 cup toasted and coarsely chopped walnuts and crumbed goat cheese (instead of the feta) just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.8, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 13.4, Sodium 179.6, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 6, Protein 4.9
GREEN BEAN, PECAN, AND FETA SALAD
A versatile and tasty veggie salad to help cool those hot summer days! Prep time is chilling time in the fridge.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Trim the ends (and strings, if you like) from the green beans, then snap or cut them into thirds.
- Using a steamer basket in a pan, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until crisp-tender; plunge the cooked beans into cold water to stop the cooking process, then drain and pat dry.
- Toss together the cooked green beans, sliced onion, feta, and pecans in a large bowl; cover and chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the remaining ingredients in a non-reactive bowl to make the vinaigrette; chill for 1 hour.
- Pour the vinaigrette over bean mixture, toss, and chill an additional 1 hour; toss again just before serving.
- Makes 8 servings.
- Notes: walnuts or pine nuts can be substituted for pecans, and dill may be substituted for basil if you prefer.
- Tweaked and adapted from a recipe posted at Gail's Recipe Swap.
GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH FETA
Try our amazing Green Bean Salad with Feta today. This simple Green Bean Salad with Feta recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add beans to large pan of boiling water; cook 7 min. or until crisp-tender. Drain; rinse with cold water.
- Place beans in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 4.0499 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g
Tips:
- Use fresh green beans for the best flavor and texture. If using frozen beans, thaw them completely before using.
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. This will help them retain their bright green color and crisp texture.
- Use a variety of colors of cherry tomatoes for a more visually appealing salad.
- Choose a good quality feta cheese. A creamy, flavorful feta will make a big difference in the overall taste of the salad.
- Use a light vinaigrette dressing to avoid overpowering the delicate flavors of the other ingredients.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for a few hours before serving.
Conclusion:
This green bean salad with feta cheese is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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