Green Beans with Feta

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and zesty recipe for Green Beans with Feta! Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to perfection, locking in their bright green hue, before being sautéed in a fragrant garlic-infused olive oil. A generous splash of lemon juice and zest adds a fresh, citrusy kick, while creamy, crumbled feta cheese provides a rich, tangy contrast. This easy, 20-minute recipe is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive holiday spreads. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 liter water
• 10 pieces ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans by cutting off the stem ends.

Step 2

Bring 1 liter of water and 0.5 teaspoons of salt to a boil in a large pot.

Step 3

Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.

Step 4

While the beans are cooking, prepare a large bowl of ice water by combining cold water with the ice cubes.

Step 5

Drain the cooked green beans and immediately transfer them to the ice water to stop the cooking process and retain their bright green color. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 8

Add the drained green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat them in the garlic oil and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to warm them through.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Season with 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper and more salt to taste, if needed.

Step 10

Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and top with crumbled feta cheese.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1969 grams (1969.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	689

Total Fat 50.70g	65%
Saturated Fat 18.90g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 83mg	28%
Sodium 2295mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 43.60g	16%
Dietary Fiber 17.70g	63%
Total Sugars 18.60g
Protein 23.50g	47%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 732mg	56%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1175mg	25%

*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: 63.0%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 24.1%