Green Bean, Walnut, and Feta Salad

SaladsSide dishKim Acceptable

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed

1 small purple onion, thinly sliced

1 (4-ounce) package crumbled feta cheese

1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted

3/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup white wine vinegar

1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Cut green beans into thirds, and arrange in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 15 minutes or until crisp-tender. Immediately plunge into cold water to stop the cooking process; drain and pat dry.

Toss together green beans, onion, cheese, and walnuts in a large bowl. Cover and chill 1 hour.

Whisk together olive oil and next 5 ingredients; cover and chill 1 hour.

Pour vinaigrette over green bean mixture, and chill 1 hour; toss just before serving.

Servings

8