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Green Bean Salad Recipe

INGREDIENTS 

1 pound green beans (about 4 cups), trimmed and cut into 2 to 3” long pieces ▢½ cup water ▢½ teaspoon salt, divided ▢2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ▢1 tablespoon lemon juice, about 1/2 lemon ▢1 teaspoon minced garlic ▢Pepper, to taste ▢¼ cup crumbled feta cheese, divided ▢4 large fresh basil leaves, chiffonade, for garnish ▢Lemon zest from about ½ lemon, for garnish ▢⅓ cup sliced almonds, toasted if desired

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STEP-1

In a large skillet, add green beans, water, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stirring occasionally, cover and cook on medium-low heat until the beans are nearly tender (about 8-9 minutes). 

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STEP-2

Remove the lid and cook until liquid evaporates (about 2-3 minutes). Remove the beans from the skillet and set aside.

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STEP-3

In the skillet, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, pepper, and remaining salt on low heat.

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STEP-4

Add the cooked green beans along with half of the feta cheese and toss to combine. Add any more seasonings or lemon juice as desired. Add almonds.

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STEP-5

Transfer the beans and mixture to a serving platter and garnish with remaining feta, basil, and any lemon zest desired.

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