Shell bean salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish made with tender shell beans tossed with sweet tomatoes, crunchy celery, fresh herbs, and salty feta cheese. A delightful combination of textures and flavors, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to summer barbecues and potlucks, or a light and satisfying lunch or dinner option when paired with some grilled protein.
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SHELL BEAN SALAD WITH TOMATOES, CELERY AND FETA
This is a perfect end-of-summer farmers' market dish. It makes a nutritious main salad or a great starter or side dish.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories weekday, salads and dressings
Time 1h
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine the beans, onion, water, crushed garlic, bouquet garni and salt in a heavy saucepan or soup pot, and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer 45 minutes, or until the beans are tender. Taste and adjust salt. Remove and discard the onion, the bouquet garni and the garlic cloves. Drain though a strainer or colander set over a bowl.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the beans, celery, tomatoes, feta and herbs. Sprinkle the tomatoes with sea salt if desired.
- Mix together the vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, garlic and olive oil. Toss with the salad, taste and adjust seasonings, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 188, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 951 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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
TOMATO FETA SALAD
Steps:
- Cut the tomatoes in half and place them in a large bowl. Add the onion, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, basil, and parsley and toss well. Dice the feta in 1/2- to 3/4-inch cubes, crumbling it as little as possible. Gently fold it into the salad and serve at room temperature.
CELERY SALAD WITH FETA AND MINT
Pair this refreshing lemon-mint salad with broiled fish, lamb burgers or kebabs, or grilled chicken.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine celery and red onion. Add olive oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with feta and mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g
FETA GARBANZO BEAN SALAD
This super quick garbanzo bean salad is a hit with my crowd. If there are any leftovers, which rarely happens, I pile them into pitas for lunches the next day! You can also add grilled chicken or steak to turn it into a hearty main-dish salad.-Judy Doepel, Ballston Lake, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the first 11 ingredients in a large bowl; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LAYERED BEAN SALAD WITH FETA
Layer colorful beans, crumbled feta and Italian dressing in this Layered Bean Salad with Feta. This bean salad is prepared in canning jars for easy packing.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 16 servings, about 2/3 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook yellow and green beans in separate pans of boiling water 5 to 6 min. or until crisp-tender; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain, then pat dry.
- Layer kidney beans, yellow beans, tomatoes, onions, green beans, chickpeas and cheese in 16 (8-oz.) canning jars.
- Mix dressing and parsley in separate jar. Refrigerate 1 hour.
- Drizzle dressing mixture over salads just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g
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
SHELL BEAN SALAD
Purslane has a lemon undertone that sharply contrasts with the earthiness of the beans; look for it at farmers' markets or specialty stores from July to October. If purslane is not available, use watercress instead.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make the Dressing: Whisk garlic, jalapeno, bell pepper, herbs, vinegar, and salt. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Season with pepper.
- Make the Salad: Prepare an ice-water bath. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cranberry beans, and cook 7 minutes. Add Italian beans and haricots verts, and cook 3 minutes. Add edamame, and cook 2 minutes more. Using a slotted spoon, transfer all the beans to the ice-water bath. Drain, and pat dry.
- Toss beans, chickpeas, tomatoes, and purslane with dressing. Season with salt and pepper, and serve with bread.
CANNELLINI BEAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE AND MINT
Adapted from The Wine & Food Lover's Diet, this couldn't be simpler. You could start from dried beans and use fresh peas, but it's delicious with beans from th can and peas from the freezer. The cooking time is macerating time.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Peppers
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, combine peas, beans, mint, red and yellow peppers, garlic, oil, vinegar, oregano and feta.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper.
- Let the salad stand for 30 minutes.
- Toss gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.4, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 113.9, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 2.4, Protein 13.2
BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH FETA
This is my my hippie college roommate's famous salad. I'll admit it looks gross but it really tastes VERY good! Cook time is marination.
Provided by stacylu
Categories Black Beans
Time 1h40m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine black beans, oil, vinegar, parsley, and scallions and marinate a minimum of 1 hour.
- (Overnight is best) Before serving add feta, tomatoes and green peppers.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, ripe ingredients. This will ensure that your salad is flavorful and delicious.
- Use a variety of colors and textures. This will make your salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a shell bean salad, so feel free to add your own personal touches.
- Make ahead of time. Shell bean salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.
Conclusion:
Shell bean salad is a healthy, delicious, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at a barbecue or potluck. With so many different ways to make it, there's sure to be a shell bean salad recipe that everyone will love.
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