Green Bean, Walnut, and Feta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
• 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
• 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans
• 1 small purple onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (4-ounce) package crumbled feta cheese

Preparation

1. Bake walnuts in a shallow pan at 350°, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes or until toasted; set aside.
2. Combine oil and next 5 ingredients; cover and chill.
3. Cut green beans into thirds, and arrange in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam 15 minutes or until green beans are crisp-tender. Immediately plunge green beans into cold water to stop cooking process; drain and pat dry.
4. Combine walnuts, beans, onion, and cheese in a large bowl; toss well. Cover and chill.
5. Pour oil mixture over bean mixture 1 hour before serving; toss just before serving.