GREEN BEAN, PECAN, AND FETA SALAD

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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

2 lbs fresh green beans, ends trimmed
1 small purple onion, thinly sliced
4 ounces crumbled good quality feta cheese
1 cup coarsely chopped toasted pecans
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
4 -5 drops good balsamic vinegar, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon pepper, to taste

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.

Kelebogile Kadi
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I highly recommend this salad! It's delicious and easy to make.


Md Mostafa Mia
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This is the best green bean salad I've ever had!


Scott Kinard
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This salad is so good! I love the combination of green beans, pecans, and feta cheese.


Amir Sohial
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This salad is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Op Foysal 71 gamer Official
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I made this salad exactly as the recipe said and it turned out great. The flavors were perfect and the salad was very refreshing.


Bhupendra Singh
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This is a very easy salad to make. I had it ready in less than 30 minutes. It's also a very versatile salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Guilherme Silva
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The green beans are crisp, the pecans add a nutty crunch, and the feta cheese provides a salty tang. The dressing is also very flavorful.


Oscar Simmons
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This salad is a great side dish for any meal. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a perfect complement. The salad is also great for a light lunch or dinner.


Ricardo Andalon
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I'm not a big fan of green beans, but I loved this salad! The pecans and feta cheese really balance out the flavor of the green beans. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Hmami Soffia
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover green beans. I had some leftover green beans from a previous meal and I was looking for a way to use them up. This salad was the perfect solution. It was easy to make and it tasted great.


Olly Hm
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of green beans, pecans, and feta cheese. The dressing was also a big hit. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Arthur Rice225
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This salad is a delightful mix of flavors and textures. The green beans are crisp, the pecans add a nutty crunch, and the feta cheese provides a salty tang. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is easy to make. I will definitely be maki