MARINATED GREEN BEANS WITH OLIVES,TOMATOES, AND FETA

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Marinated Green Beans with Olives,Tomatoes, and Feta image

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.

Kuromi “Ax ́ ́Teaツ” Cutie
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy green beans in a new and delicious way.


Lori Zimmerman
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This is my new favorite salad. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Ayan Hasan Sagor
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I'm not usually a fan of green beans, but this salad has changed my mind. The marinade really makes a difference.


David Dunbar jr
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty. It's a flavor explosion in my mouth.


Fantasia Roberts
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I love the bright colors of this salad. It's so inviting and makes me want to eat it.


Asiamah Dickson
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This salad is so versatile. I've used it as a side dish, a main course, and even a snack.


Kefilwe Matlapeng
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a great way to change up the way I usually prepare green beans.


Md Halem
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


COLLINS OKOYE (EVEREST)
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of green beans, olives, tomatoes, and feta cheese.


Jean Smith
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy side dish.


Shoukat Ullah
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Kiya Singh
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor of the marinade.


Nahum Silva
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I love the addition of tomatoes and olives to this salad. It gives it a nice Mediterranean flair.


Amdyn Diaz
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover green beans. I always have a few extra beans after dinner and this is a great way to use them up.


young calii
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I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but this salad changed my mind! The marinade really brings out the flavor of the beans and the feta cheese adds a nice salty touch.


Hania Sajjad
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are always delicious. I love that I can customize it to my liking by adding different types of olives or cheese.


Neko Toylover
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bright flavors and the crunchy texture of the green beans.


Void Ps4
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This marinated green bean salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of green beans, olives, tomatoes, and feta cheese is a winner, and the marinade adds a delicious tang.