Greek Bean Salad Lemon Marinated (Print View)

Vibrant bean medley marinated in zesty lemon-oregano. Features crisp cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and feta for bright Mediterranean flavors.

# Components:

→ Beans & Marinade

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# Directions:

01 - Pat the drained beans dry with paper towels and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, 3 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, honey, ¾ teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper until well combined.
03 - Pour the lemon-oregano marinade over the beans and gently fold until every bean is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
04 - When ready to assemble, taste the marinated beans and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Reserve any excess marinade.
05 - In a large salad bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, parsley, and dill. Drizzle the reserved bean marinade and the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over the vegetables.
06 - Add the marinated beans and toss gently to combine, being careful not to crush the beans or tomatoes.
07 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top, then give the salad one final gentle toss to distribute the cheese.
08 - Let the salad rest at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

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  • Marinating the beans overnight transforms ordinary canned beans into something that tastes like you spent hours at the stove
  • The crunch of cucumber against creamy feta creates the most satisfying texture contrast
  • This salad actually gets better as it sits making it perfect for meal prep or make ahead entertaining
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  • Drying the beans thoroughly after rinsing makes the difference between a salad that absorbs flavor and one that tastes watery
  • The resting time before serving is not optional, the beans need those minutes to come to room temperature so the flavors really pop
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  • Mix your beans while they are still slightly warm from rinsing if you want them to absorb the marinade even faster
  • Save any feta packaging brine to add a tablespoon to the dressing for an extra salty kick
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