Green bean, potato, and feta casserole is a unique and flavorful dish, perfect for those seeking a light yet tasty alternative to classic potato casseroles. It’s one of those recipes that solves lunch and dinner in minutes: simple, tasty, and with ingredients we often already have at home. Its soft interior and golden, crispy surface make it irresistible from the first bite.
It’s made with few ingredients and in no time: boiled potatoes mashed into a puree, boiled and chopped green beans, crumbled feta adding saltiness and character, and a fragrant touch of fresh basil.
A versatile dish, ideal as a vegetarian main or as a unique dish to enjoy hot or at room temperature: perfect for a family dinner, a quick lunch, or even to take to the office the next day.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for Green Bean, Potato, and Feta Casserole
- 14 oz potatoes
- 14 oz green beans
- 1 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 eggs
- 3.5 oz feta
- breadcrumbs
- basil
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- pepper
Tools for Green Bean, Potato, and Feta Casserole
- Pot
- Potato Masher
- Bowl
- Baking Dish
- Oven
How to Prepare Green Bean, Potato, and Feta Casserole
Boil the potatoes: peel, cube, and cook them in salted water for 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash them.
Cook the green beans: clean, trim, and boil them in salted water for about 8 minutes. Drain, let cool, and chop them.
Prepare the mixture: in a bowl, combine potatoes and green beans. Add the eggs, Parmesan, 80 grams of crumbled feta, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well. If needed, add a little breadcrumbs to bind.
Assemble: grease the baking dish with oil, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and pour the mixture. Level well.
Complete: add the remaining feta, a bit of breadcrumbs, and a drizzle of oil.
Bake: cook at 356°F (180°C) for 30 minutes, until the surface is golden and crispy.
Serve: great hot, warm, or even cold!
Storage
In the fridge for up to 2 days, well covered.
Reheat in the oven or air fryer to regain the crunchy crust.
It can also be frozen already cooked, portioned.
Variations
With mozzarella or smoked cheese: for a stringier effect.
With mint or oregano: instead of basil, for a different aroma.
With flavored breadcrumbs: add chopped garlic and parsley for a tastier crust.
With other vegetables: try adding boiled and chopped carrots or zucchini.
Tips
Let the casserole cool before cutting: it will be more compact and easier to serve.
It’s also perfect for the next day’s lunch, maybe accompanied by a simple salad.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare it in advance?
Yes! You can assemble it and keep it in the fridge until it’s time to cook.
Can I use frozen green beans?
Absolutely yes: just boil them for a few more minutes.
Can I replace the feta?
Sure, with salted ricotta, pecorino, or the cheese of your choice.
