Get ready to transform your ordinary side dish into an extraordinary culinary experience with this Green Bean Radish and Bacon Salad! Imagine crisp green beans, peppery radish slices, and irresistible crispy bacon, all brought together by a luxuriously creamy feta dressing that will have everyone at your table begging for seconds. This isn't just a salad - it's a celebration of fresh, vibrant flavors that'll elevate any meal from mundane to magnificent in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup radishes, sliced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the green beans by washing thoroughly and trimming off the stem ends. Cut beans into approximately 2-inch lengths for uniform cooking.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and crisp-tender. Immediately transfer beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their vibrant color and crispness.
- While beans are cooling, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy and golden brown. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain excess grease, then crumble into small pieces once cooled.
- Thinly slice radishes using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, creating delicate, translucent rounds.
- For the creamy feta dressing, combine crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and well-integrated.
- Drain green beans completely and pat dry with clean kitchen towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a large serving bowl, combine blanched green beans, sliced radishes, and crumbled bacon.
- Drizzle the creamy feta dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure even coating.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately at room temperature or slightly chilled for optimal flavor and texture.
Tips
- • For the crispiest bacon, use a cast-iron skillet and cook slowly over medium heat • Blanch green beans precisely 3-4 minutes to maintain their bright green color and perfect crunch • Use a mandoline for paper-thin, uniform radish slices for an elegant presentation • Make sure to thoroughly dry green beans after blanching to prevent a watery dressing • Serve immediately for the best texture - the warm beans will slightly melt the creamy feta dressing • For a lighter version, you can substitute turkey bacon or use less bacon • Chill ingredients beforehand for an extra refreshing summer salad experience
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
