Description
A refreshing cold salad featuring crisp green beans, tangy balsamic vinegar, and creamy feta, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh string beans
- 1 cup ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch the string beans in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to an ice water bath.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cooled string beans, tomatoes, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- If desired, sprinkle crumbled bacon on top before serving.
Notes
This salad pairs well with grilled meats and can be made a day in advance. Store the salad and dressing separately until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg