Mediterranean Vegetable Medley

Submitted by Tim_John

"Fresh vegetables complement the flavors of the Mediterranean in this special salad that will be a perfect side dish for casual entertaining."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup pitted kalamata olive, cut in half
• 3⁄4 cup small cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 cup crumbled feta cheese

directions

1. Place water in 4-quart saucepan. Cover; cook over medium-high heat until water comes to a boil (2 to 3 minutes). Add green beans. Cover; continue cooking until beans are crisply tender (4 to 6 minutes). Drain.
2. Add butter, oil and olives to green beans. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Top with feta cheese, if desired. Serve immediately.
3. You can substitute 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves if you do not have fresh.