Gemelli with Fresh Green and Yellow Beans

Gemelli with Fresh Green and Yellow Beans
85 min.
18
100kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that will elevate your next gathering? Look no further than our delightful Gemelli with Fresh Green and Yellow Beans! This colorful pasta salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of fresh flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

With the perfect balance of tender gemelli pasta, crisp green and yellow beans, and juicy grape tomatoes, this dish is a wonderful way to showcase seasonal produce. The addition of shaved Parmesan cheese adds a rich, savory note, while the tangy dressing made from vegetable oil and tarragon vinegar brings everything together in a harmonious blend. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and tastes, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish at a summer barbecue, an antipasto platter for a casual get-together, or a light starter for a dinner party, this recipe is sure to impress your guests. Plus, it's easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. With just 100 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious and satisfying meal. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this deliciously simple yet elegant dish!

Ingredients

  • oz gemelli uncooked
  • oz green beans fresh cut into 2-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • oz turtle beans fresh yellow cut into 2-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup tarragon vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • oz parmesan shaved
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding green and yellow beans for last 5 minutes of cooking time; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  2. In large bowl, mix pasta, beans and tomatoes.
  3. In small bowl, beat oil, vinegar and salt with wire whisk until well blended; stir into pasta mixture. Stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  4. Just before serving, stir salad; top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and sprinkle with pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories100kcal
Protein14.98%
Fat40.42%
Carbs44.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.28
Glycemic Load
4.04
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.7291304378406%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:99.94kcal
5%
Fat:4.48g
6.9%
Saturated Fat:1.28g
7.99%
Carbohydrates:11.13g
3.71%
Net Carbohydrates:10.34g
3.76%
Sugar:0.99g
1.1%
Cholesterol:3.21mg
1.07%
Sodium:143.7mg
6.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.74g
7.48%
Selenium:9.17µg
13.09%
Vitamin K:8.88µg
8.46%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.66%
Vitamin C:5.87mg
7.11%
Phosphorus:66.21mg
6.62%
Calcium:65.95mg
6.6%
Magnesium:13.61mg
3.4%
Folate:13.13µg
3.28%
Vitamin A:161.48IU
3.23%
Fiber:0.79g
3.16%
Copper:0.06mg
2.99%
Potassium:95.45mg
2.73%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.61%
Iron:0.45mg
2.52%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.48%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.21%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.97%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.81%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.62%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.12%