Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta
Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta balances crisp-tender vegetables with a briny, creamy finish. Sweet fennel and snappy beans are lifted by basil and good olive oil, making a bright, herb-kissed side that pairs well with grilled meats or roasted fish. Serve it warm or at room temperature for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep10 hrs
- Cook6 hrs
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 26
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Fill a saucepan halfway with water and bring it to a boil.
- 2
Add the green beans and fennel slices; cook until they just start to become tender, about 4 minutes.
- 3
Drain in a colander, then run under cold water to stop the cooking.
- 4
Place the empty pan back on the stove over medium heat.
- 5
Add the olive oil and let it heat for a minute.
- 6
Return the green beans and fennel to the pan.
- 7
Season with basil, salt, and pepper; cook and stir until coated and warmed through.
- 8
Transfer to a serving dish and toss with feta cheese.
- Calories 199.36 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 4.8 g Low Source 10%
- Carbohydrate 9.56 g 3%
- Total Fat 16.4 g High 21%
- Saturated Fat 4.18 g High 21%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 11.45 mg Low Source 4%
- Sodium 139.78 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 3.47 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 2.96 g --
- Added Sugars 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 119.89 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 1.05 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 334.63 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 43.59 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 14.1 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
About This Recipe
Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta is made with 5 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 16 hrs and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Feta Cheese, Fresh Basil, and Green Beans. Each serving provides about 199.36 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta made of?
- The main ingredients are Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Feta Cheese, Fresh Basil, Green Beans, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta?
- About 16 hrs in total: 10 hrs to prepare and 6 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 199.36 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta healthy?
- Green Bean and Fennel with Crumbled Feta has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 199.36 calories and 4.8 g of protein, or 10% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 139.78 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.18 g (21% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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