Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Green Bean Salad with Feta Cheese, a refreshing and vibrant side dish that elevates any meal. This delectable salad combines crisp green beans, tangy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty dressing to create a dish that bursts with freshness and flavor.
In addition to the classic Green Bean Salad with Feta Cheese, we also offer a tantalizing collection of variations that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Our Mediterranean Green Bean Salad features a delightful blend of Kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, and a vibrant lemon-oregano dressing. For those who enjoy a touch of heat, the Spicy Green Bean Salad incorporates a zesty chili-lime dressing that adds a fiery kick.
For a lighter and refreshing option, our Asian Green Bean Salad showcases a harmonious balance of crunchy bean sprouts, shredded carrots, and a tangy rice vinegar dressing. If you're seeking a protein-packed salad, our Chicken and Green Bean Salad combines tender chicken strips, crisp green beans, and a creamy Caesar dressing for a satisfying meal. And for vegetarians seeking a hearty and flavorful salad, our Green Bean and Quinoa Salad offers a delightful combination of quinoa, green beans, roasted red peppers, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
Whether you're looking for a classic side dish or a unique and flavorful salad to impress your guests, our collection of Green Bean Salads with Feta Cheese has something for everyone. Explore our recipes and discover a world of culinary delights, transforming ordinary ingredients into extraordinary dishes.
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.
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
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
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
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 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, 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.
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.
ARICA'S GREEN BEANS AND FETA
Fresh side dish with feta cheese as an accent flavor.
Provided by Nicole
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir red bell pepper and garlic into hot oil; season with salt and black pepper. Cook and stir until the bell pepper is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir green beans with the red bell pepper. Pour white wine over the green bean mixture. Place a cover on the skillet and cook until the green beans are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir the green bean mixture. Sprinkle feta cheese over the mixture. Replace cover and continue cooking until the feta softens, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 152.6 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips:
- Choosing Fresh Green Beans: Opt for green beans that are vibrant in color, firm to the touch, and free of blemishes. Avoid wilted or discolored beans.
- Blanching Green Beans: Blanching helps preserve the beans' color and crisp texture. To blanch, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
- Making Feta Vinaigrette: For a flavorful vinaigrette, combine feta cheese, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until well blended. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the green beans and toss to coat.
- Adding Complementary Ingredients: Enhance the salad's flavor and texture by adding complementary ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, or toasted nuts. Experiment with different combinations to suit your taste preferences.
- Serving Suggestions: Green bean salad with feta cheese is a versatile dish that can be served as a side salad, a light lunch, or a refreshing snack. It pairs well with grilled meats, fish, or tofu.
Conclusion:
Green bean salad with feta cheese is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines fresh, crisp green beans with tangy feta cheese and a flavorful vinaigrette. It's a simple yet satisfying recipe that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. By following the tips and suggestions provided, you can create a delicious and visually appealing salad that's perfect for any occasion. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!
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