Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 1 pound young, thin green beans ((if using larger beans, see note at the end of the recipe))
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup pitted dates
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup toasted pinenuts ((or sub toasted sunflower seeds))
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Instruction

  • Soak dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften. In a blender, combine the dates, water, balsamic vinegar and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. 
  • In a small saucepot, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer on low until sauce is reduced and thickened, stirring frequently. It should be thick, but still easy to drizzle. 
  • In a mixing bowl, toss the green beans with the olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Pour the olive oil-coated seasoned green beans into the skillet and sauté for 6-8 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  • Toss beans with half of the feta and half of the pine nuts, then transfer to your serving dish. Drizzle with reduction and top with remaining feta and pine nuts.