Green Bean, Walnut, and Feta Salad

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 small purple onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (4-ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
• 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

1. Cut green beans into thirds, and arrange in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 15 minutes or until crisp-tender. Immediately plunge into cold water to stop the cooking process; drain and pat dry.
2. Toss together green beans, onion, cheese, and walnuts in a large bowl. Cover and chill 1 hour.
3. Whisk together olive oil and next 5 ingredients; cover and chill 1 hour.
4. Pour vinaigrette over green bean mixture, and chill 1 hour; toss just before serving.