Description
Fresh Green Bean Salad with Feta Cheese – A Blissful Crunch! is a delightful medley of vibrant greens, creamy feta, and crunchy walnuts that come together in a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal choice for barbecues, potlucks, or light lunches. The bright flavors of fresh lemon juice complement the crisp green beans beautifully, creating an exciting taste experience. Enjoy this salad as a standalone meal or alongside grilled meats for a wholesome dining option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Green Beans (Trimmed and rinsed)
- 1 small Red Onion (Thinly sliced)
- 4 ounces Feta Cheese (Crumbled)
- 1/2 cup Walnuts (Toasted)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons White Apple Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard (Optional)
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add trimmed green beans and cook for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and plunge into ice water to stop cooking.
- Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, white apple vinegar, Dijon mustard (if desired), salt, pepper, and vegetable oil until blended.
- Once green beans are cool, add them to the bowl with onions and pour dressing over. Toss gently to coat.
- Fold in crumbled feta cheese and toasted walnuts just before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary; serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg