Cold Green Bean Salad with Feta and Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound green beans, trimmed
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

0 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Add green beans, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley to the dressing. Toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutritional Information:

One serving (about 1/2 cup) contains:

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 9g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Light and refreshing
• Perfect for summer gatherings
• Healthy and flavorful

User Comments:

• "This salad is so easy to make and tastes delicious!"
• "The flavors are perfectly balanced."
• "I love the addition of feta cheese and cherry tomatoes."
• "This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables."
• "I highly recommend trying this recipe!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have cherry tomatoes, you can use halved grape tomatoes or diced tomatoes.
• For a more flavorful salad, use a good-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. Just bring it to room temperature before serving.