Green Bean Walnut and Feta Salad

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This is a delicious (and healthier) alternative to the traditional green bean casserole…

Green bean, Walnut and Feta salad

  • 1-½ lb. green beans –ends trimmed, cut in half

  • 1/4 Cup olive oil

  • 1/4 Cup fresh mint leaves packed

  • 2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar

  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

  • pinch ground pepper

  • 1/4 Cup chopped toasted walnuts

  • 1 Cup diced red onion

  • 1/2 Cup crumbled feta cheese

Bring 4 qt. Water to boil in 6 qt. pot. Add beans and cook 4 minutes. Drain and submerge in ice water. Drain and pat dry (can prepare day ahead and store in towels)

Dressing- Combine mint, oil, vinegar, salt, garlic and pepper in food processor and blend.

When ready to serve: arrange beans in shallow white dish or glass bowel. Sprinkle with a layer of nuts, then onion, then cheese. Just before serving drizzle dressing over the salad (you may not need all of the dressing). Toss just before serving!


Gluten Free, Salad, lunch, SideHillary IrwinComment