Best 5 Three Bean Salad With Feta Cheese Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Three-Bean Salad with Feta Cheese: A Flavorful and Refreshing Summer Dish**

Three-bean salad with feta cheese is a classic summer dish that is both flavorful and refreshing. It is made with a combination of three types of beans, such as kidney beans, chickpeas, and green beans, mixed with chopped vegetables like cucumber, red onion, and parsley. The salad is then tossed in a tangy dressing typically made with olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs. The addition of feta cheese adds a salty and creamy element that complements the other ingredients perfectly. This colorful and nutritious salad is a great side dish for grilled meats or fish or as a light lunch or dinner option. This recipe provides instructions for making a delicious three-bean salad with feta cheese, along with variations and serving suggestions to make it a perfect addition to your summer menu.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED THREE BEAN SALAD



Old-Fashioned Three Bean Salad image

We like a buffet with all the family here. We serve a variety of salads. This is also great for summer picnics and cookouts. Keeps well, and serves a lot of people.

Provided by Eleanor Johnson

Categories     Salad     Beans     Three Bean Salad Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can green beans
1 pound wax beans
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 onion, sliced into thin rings
¾ cup white sugar
⅔ cup distilled white vinegar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Mix together green beans, wax beans, kidney beans, onion, sugar, vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Let set in refrigerator for at least 12 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 298.6 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

FETA GARBANZO BEAN SALAD



Feta Garbanzo Bean Salad image

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

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped English cucumber (about 1/2 medium)
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

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

LEMONY THREE BEAN & FETA SALAD



Lemony three bean & feta salad image

A fresh, low-calorie salad fit for a healthy lunchbox, crammed with green, edamame and cannellini beans

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Side dish

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 8

200g green bean , trimmed and halved lengthways
200g frozen soya or edamame beans
400g can cannellini bean , drained and rinsed
½ red onion , finely chopped
juice 1 lemon
pinch caster sugar
1 tsp poppy seed
85g feta cheese , crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook the green beans and edamame beans together in a pan of boiling water for 3 mins until tender. Drain and cool under cold running water, then drain again and mix with the cannellini beans and red onion. Add the lemon juice, sugar, poppy seeds and seasoning and stir through. Scatter the feta on top, then divide between plates or containers to pack into lunchboxes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

THREE BEAN SALAD



Three Bean Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound green beans, trimmed, cut in half crosswise
1/2 pound wax beans, trimmed cut in half crosswise
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed, and drained
1/2 small red onion, minced, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Set up a large bowl of ice water. Add the fresh beans to the boiling water, and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and plunge the beans into the ice water to stop the cooking and set their color. Drain.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the beans and the onion. In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, vinegar, oil, and salt to a simmer. Pour the liquid over the beans. Marinate the beans at room temperature for 1 hour, tossing several times. Just before serving, season with salt and pepper to taste, add the parsley. Serve.

GREEK THREE-BEAN SALAD



Greek Three-Bean Salad image

Green, kidney and wax beans combine for a summer classic with a tasty twist. Thanks to some bold Mediterranean flavors, it's not hard to close your eyes and imagine yourself on a Greek island. -Vivian Levine, Summerfield, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut wax beans, drained
1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup julienned green pepper
1/2 cup peeled, seeded and chopped cucumber
3/4 cup bottled Greek vinaigrette
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the first seven ingredients in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Chill until serving and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality canned beans for the best flavor and texture.
  • Rinse the beans thoroughly before using to remove any excess salt or starch.
  • If you're using fresh green beans, blanch them for a few minutes before adding them to the salad.
  • Use a variety of beans to add different flavors and textures to the salad.
  • Add some fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or mint, to brighten up the salad.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or zucchini.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This three-bean salad with feta cheese is a delicious and refreshing side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics