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Corsican Green Bean and Mint Salad

A refreshing salad featuring tender green beans, zesty lemon, aromatic mint, and crumbled feta, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed Blanched for brightness
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil For dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Adds acidity
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Enhances lemon flavor
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped Key ingredient for freshness
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled Adds creaminess
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in the green beans and let them cook for 4-5 minutes until they pop with color and still retain their crunch.
  2. Immediately plunge the beans into an ice water bath to halt cooking and lock in the bright green color. Drain well and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add in salt and pepper until it tastes just right.
Assembly
  1. In a big bowl, combine your cooled green beans, sliced red onion, and chopped mint. Drizzle the dressing and toss gently.
  2. Top with crumbled feta cheese.
  3. Let it chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.

Notes

For the ultimate crunch, don’t overcook the green beans. Experiment with mint by adding basil or parsley. To make it vegan-friendly, skip the feta or use a plant-based alternative.