How to Make Green Bean Salad with Feta Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Green bean salad with feta cheese is a refreshing and filling dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light, healthy meal any time of the year. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, this salad is a great way to enjoy the bounty of fresh, seasonal produce.

Green beans are the star of this dish, providing a crisp and crunchy texture that pairs perfectly with the creamy and tangy feta cheese. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to tickle you...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 pound French green beans, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until toasted, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • While walnuts cool, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add green beans and cook, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain again.
  • Transfer green beans and walnuts to a mixing bowl and add feta, red onion, cranberries, salt, and pepper; gently toss together. Add balsamic dressing to serve.
  • Nutrition

    345 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 710mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 217mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 353mg