Green Bean Feta Salad

Bright, fresh, and full of flavor, this Green Bean Feta Salad is the ultimate side dish for any occasion. Tender-crisp green beans are perfectly blanched and paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy crumbled feta cheese, and sharp red onion slices. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley, this salad is a delightfully vibrant combination of textures and tastes. Quick to prepare with only 15 minutes of hands-on time, it’s an ideal choice for barbecues, picnics, or a refreshing accompaniment to your favorite main course. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to bring out its medley of Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Perfect for healthy eating, this recipe is packed with nutrients and can easily be made ahead for stress-free entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams green beans
• 100 grams feta cheese
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 3

Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 3 minutes, then drain and pat dry.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion. Mince the garlic and finely chop the parsley.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

In a large serving bowl, combine the blanched green beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and drizzle with the prepared dressing.

Step 8

Toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing evenly coats all ingredients.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	951.2 grams (951.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	881

Total Fat 65.30g	84%
Saturated Fat 20.20g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.20g
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 2976mg	129%
Total Carbohydrate 57.70g	21%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 26.80g	54%

Vitamin D 16IU	80%
Calcium 748mg	58%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1840mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 24.9%