Best 7 Marinated Green Beans With Olivestomatoes And Feta Recipes

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Marinated green beans with olives, tomatoes, and feta are a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. The beans are marinated in a tangy vinaigrette dressing and then roasted until they are tender and slightly charred. The olives, tomatoes, and feta add a pop of color and flavor, and the herbs add a touch of freshness. This dish is easy to make and can be served warm or cold.

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MARINATED GREEN BEANS WITH OLIVES, TOMATOES, AND FETA



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This is a wonderful summer side dish. Allow the flavors to marinate together overnight for even better results.

Provided by Lynne23235

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 3h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
¼ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta
1 bunch fresh oregano sprigs

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat and drop in the green beans; cook until slightly tender, but still crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Immediately drain the green beans and plunge into ice water to stop the beans from cooking further. Drain the beans and place them in a shallow serving dish.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic in the oil for about 30 seconds. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the olives, tomatoes, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour mixture over green beans. Toss together until beans are evenly coated. Sprinkle feta cheese over the top and garnish with oregano sprigs. Chill at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 596.9 mg, Sugar 3 g

LEMONY ALMOND-FETA GREEN BEANS



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When you find a vegetable recipe that demands second helpings, it's definitely worth sharing. I made these green beans for a dinner party, and that's exactly what happened! I like to use haricots verts, the skinny type of green bean. -Samantha Bowman, Houston, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, halved and sliced
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add green beans; cook, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until beans turn bright green. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add green beans and almonds; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper; toss to combine. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATO & FETA



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Throw together creamy feta, juicy tomatoes and tender green beans to whip up this super simple side dish in just 10 mins

Provided by Katy Gilhooly

Categories     Side dish, Vegetable

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

300g green beans , trimmed
6 large tomatoes , roughly chopped
100g feta , cubed
1 tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • Boil a pan of water. Once boiling, add the beans and cook for 4 mins until tender. Drain the beans, then mix with the tomato and feta. Drizzle over the olive oil and season generously with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

MARINATED GREEN BEANS WITH OLIVES,TOMATOES, AND FETA



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I got this from Southern Living Magazine. This salad is delicious and something different to serve at your next barbecue or potluck!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (4 ounce) packages crumbled feta cheese
fresh oregano sprig

Steps:

  • Place beans in boiling water seasoned with 1 teaspoon salt; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Drain.
  • Plunge beans into ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Place in a shallow serving dish.
  • Cook garlic in hot oil in a skillet over medium heat 30 seconds or just until fragrant; remove from heat.
  • Stir in olives, next 4 ingredients, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Pour mixture over beans, tossing to coat.
  • Chill at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Sprinkle with feta cheese before serving.
  • Garnish, if desired.

MARINATED GREEN BEANS WITH OLIVES, TOMATOES, AND FETA



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This marinated green bean salad is a wonderful summer side dish. Allow the flavors to marinate together overnight for even better results.

Provided by Lynne23235

Categories     Tomato Side Dishes

Time 3h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
¼ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta
1 bunch fresh oregano sprigs

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add green beans; cook until slightly tender, but still crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Immediately drain green beans and plunge them into ice water to stop cooking further. Drain beans and place them in a shallow serving dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic in oil for about 30 seconds. Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in olives, tomatoes, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour mixture over green beans; toss together until beans are evenly coated. Sprinkle feta cheese on top and garnish with oregano sprigs. Chill at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 596.9 mg, Sugar 3 g

GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES, AND FETA



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Not your usual green beans, but so great and easy. I had these as a side at a restaurant in Atlanta and have re-created this version.

Provided by alijen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted and halved
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, prepare an ice bath for cooling the beans.
  • Cook the beans in salted boiling water, about 6 minutes, until crisp, but tender.
  • Drain the beans, then cool in the ice bath.
  • Drain and put the beans in a serving dish.
  • Add the feta cheese to the cooled beans.
  • Heat the olive oil and add the garlic, about 60 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Remove form heat and add the tomatoes, olives, lemon juice, and oregano.
  • Toss this mixture.
  • Pour over green beans and feta and stir gently to combine.

GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND FETA



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Serve a colorful side of organic green beans and almonds topped with tomatoes and feta. Did we mention olive oil, garlic, onions and fresh Italian oregano? Mmm.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 boxes (7.4 oz each) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic French-cut green beans with toasted almonds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, if desired
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Cook beans as directed on boxes, reserving almonds; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is crisp-tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes, oregano and pepper flakes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and most of liquid has evaporated.
  • Spoon drained beans onto serving platter; top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and reserved almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans for the best flavor.
  • Trim the beans by removing the ends.
  • Blanch the beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. This will help the beans retain their bright green color and crisp texture.
  • Prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Marinate the beans in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • While the beans are marinating, prepare the other ingredients. Slice the tomatoes and olives, and crumble the feta cheese.
  • When ready to serve, drain the beans from the marinade and toss them with the tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese.
  • Drizzle with additional olive oil and vinegar, if desired. Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Marinated green beans with olives, tomatoes, and feta are a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making them a great option for busy weeknights. With their bright flavors and colorful appearance, these beans are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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