If you read one of my earlier posts, you know that I had the “dilemma” of being overstocked in the produce department this past week (due to a recent shopping extravaganza at Costco). One of my overstocks was a 2lb bag of Baby Green Beans aka Haricot Verts. Although I just love eating green beans, the thought of sauteing them or steaming them just wasn’t appealing to me, probably because of the hot weather, so thankfully I remembered this recipe that I make every summer (but for some reason haven’t yet this summer!).
This salad is so tasty, and healthy too. It’s great for BBQs because it’s light and easy to make. If you like feta, you will love this salad!
Green Bean Salad with Feta
Southern Living Magazine, July 2004
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
1 small red onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) (I like to thinly slice the onion)
1/2 cup Lemon Vinaigrette
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
Add chopped onion and Lemon Vinaigrette to beans, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with feta and walnuts. Garnish, if desired.
Lemon Vinaigrette
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
Whisk together first 6 ingredients in a small bowl; gradually whisk in oil until blended.
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Sounds lovely and looks so healthy too.
I have been loving green beans lately, and this looks fantastic!
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This looks perfect. I love hericot verts, I just passed up the big bag from Costco. Great sounding recipe!
YUMMO!!!! I love Feta Cheese!
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I love lemon and feta on all my veggies. This looks wonderful!
Oh, that lemony dressing sounds so good! I have some plain buttered leftover beans that I think I’ll adjust and make this with!