Mediterranean Green Bean Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean Green Bean Salad is a refreshing side dish that celebrates the best of the Mediterranean diet. Crisp, tender green beans are blanched to perfection and tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, tangy feta cheese, and paper-thin slices of red onion. A zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic ties everything together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful, nutrient-packed salad is as simple to prepare as it is delightful to eat. Whether you’re serving it for a summer barbecue, a light lunch, or as a side to grilled chicken or fish, this easy Mediterranean Green Bean Salad will transport your taste buds to sunny shores.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams green beans
• 250 grams cherry tomatoes
• 80 grams kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
• 1 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
• 100 grams feta cheese (crumbled)
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans and blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 3

Immediately transfer the green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process, then drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 4

Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, sliced kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 8

Garnish the salad with freshly chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1082.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1059.9

Total Fat 80.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 89.3mg	0%
Sodium 3519.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 28.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 827.3mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2004.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 24.4%