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Green Bean Salad Recipe with Balsamic Dressing

Flavorful and healthy Green Bean Salad with a tangy balsamic dressing topped with feta cheese and cherry tomatoes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 51 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh green beans trimmed
  • 1/4 cup small red onion diced (1 small onion)
  • 2 cups 16 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 5 ounce feta cheese crumbled
Balsamic Dressing
  • 2 Tablespoon lemon juice 1 whole lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Place the clean and trimmed beans in a large stock pot. Add enough water to cover the beans. Put the pot on the stove and turn on the heat to high until the water starts to boil. When the water reaches a boiling point, cover the pot with the lid and let the beans cook for about 8 to 10 minutes. Test the beans for tenderness.
  2. Carefully pour the beans into a strainer to drain the hot water. Transfer the beans into a large ice bath to keep the beans crisp. After 5-10 minutes or when the beans are cool, drain the beans again and place in a large serving bowl.
  3. In a seperate a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, garlic, mustard, and pepper. This will be the dressing for the beans.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the beans, then and add the chopped onion and crumbled feta cheese. Gently fold the ingredients together. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator. Let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Right before serving, take the bowl out of the fridge and add the chopped tomatoes and cheese. Mix everything together one more time and serve.
  6. You can also marinade the beans in the dressing overnight. Bring the salad to room temperature before folding in the diced onions and feta cheese.

Notes

  • Watch the green beans closely and cook them until they are just crisp tender you don't have to overcook them, so they will be mushy. 
  • Make sure that you use cold water and ice to make the ice bath. This cools the beans quickly to stop the cooking process so that the beans do not overcook. 
  • You can also marinate the beans in the dressing overnight.  Bring the salad to room temperature before folding in the diced onions and feta cheese.                

Nutrition Information

Serving 16g Calories 51kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 4mg (0%) Potassium 127mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 391IU (8%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 51

% Daily Value*

Serving 16g
Calories 51kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Potassium 127mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 391IU 8%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.