Green Bean Salad with Feta: A Delightful Combination

When it comes to pairing wine with food, it's all about finding that perfect harmony between flavors and textures. This green bean salad with feta is a match made in heaven when paired with our 2017 Reserve Chardonnay. The acidity of the wine cuts through the richness of the creamy feta, while the subtle notes of lychee, pear, and apple on the nose complement the sweetness of the caramel and creme brûlée flavors found in the salad.

To make this delicious salad, start by trimming and cutting your green beans into pieces about 2 inches long. Then, add them to a large pot of boiling water and cook for no more than 3 minutes, or until they're just tender but still crisp. Remove the beans from the pot using a slotted spoon and transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

Once the beans have cooled, drain them well and pat them dry with a towel. In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans with diced tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives, and cut onions. Drizzle over some olive oil and season generously with black pepper.

But what really makes this salad stand out is its subtle mineralistic quality, which adds a fascinating layer of complexity to the dish. This, combined with the slight grassy note found on the finish, creates a truly unique and refreshing flavor profile that's sure to please even the most discerning palates.

So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad recipe to pair with your favorite Chardonnay, be sure to give this green bean salad with feta a try. Its perfect balance of flavors and textures is sure to delight, and its simplicity makes it an excellent choice for a quick and easy dinner party main course.

Recipe Notes:

* For added variety, feel free to substitute the green beans with diced potatoes.

* To make the dressing, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

* Remove the crisp tender beans from the pot using a slotted spoon and set them in a colander to dry.

* Boil the veggies for 4-5 minutes, just until they're a bright, vibrant green color.

This recipe is adapted from Good Food magazine, September 2014. With its perfect balance of flavors and textures, it's sure to become a new favorite in your household. So why wait? Give it a try tonight!

Green bean salad with feta