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Green Bean Salad

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Blanching
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Fresh and vibrant green bean salad with cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta, and a bright lemon vinaigrette. A crisp and flavorful side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add green beans and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tender crisp.
  3. Transfer beans immediately to ice water to stop cooking.
  4. Drain and pat dry.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
  6. In a large bowl, combine green beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  7. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.
  8. Sprinkle feta cheese on top and serve.

Notes

  • Do not overcook green beans to keep them crisp.
  • Dry beans well before adding dressing.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg