Green Bean-Fennel Salad with Fresh Herbs

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Green Bean-Fennel Salad with Fresh Herbs
21 min.
4
247kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing salad that perfectly balances flavors and textures? Look no further than this Green Bean-Fennel Salad with Fresh Herbs! This delightful dish is not only vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also comes together in just 21 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings.

The star of this salad is the crisp green beans, which are blanched to retain their bright color and crunch. Paired with the slightly bitter radicchio and the sweet, anise-like flavor of fennel, each bite is a delightful explosion of taste. The addition of marinated artichoke hearts brings a tangy depth, while the fresh herbs—mint, sage, and oregano—infuse the dish with aromatic freshness.

Drizzled with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing, this salad is not just a side dish; it can also serve as a stunning antipasti or a light starter that will impress your guests. With only 247 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking to elevate your lunch, this Green Bean-Fennel Salad is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound green beans 
  • head radicchio thinly 
  • teaspoon capers drained
  • small fennel bulb cut into fourths
  • head boston lettuce 
  • ounces marinated artichoke drained
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon bay leaves dried fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon sage dried fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  •  garlic clove finely chopped

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 3-quart saucepan.
  2. Add green beans. Boil uncovered 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Rinse in cold water until chilled; drain.
  3. Arrange radicchio leaves around edge of serving platter.
  4. Mix beans, capers, fennel, boston lettuce and artichoke hearts; place in center of radicchio-lined platter.
  5. Mix remaining ingredients; pour over salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories247kcal
Protein7.06%
Fat62.62%
Carbs30.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.5
Glycemic Load
3.41
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.556956477787%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
88.89mg
Delphinidin
5.38mg
Eriodictyol
1.63mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
26.66mg
Kaempferol
0.92mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
25.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:246.73kcal
12.34%
Fat:18.13g
27.89%
Saturated Fat:2.71g
16.93%
Carbohydrates:19.76g
6.59%
Net Carbohydrates:12.46g
4.53%
Sugar:7.88g
8.76%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:548.11mg
23.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.6g
9.19%
Vitamin K:344.99µg
328.57%
Copper:1.13mg
56.41%
Vitamin C:40.16mg
48.68%
Vitamin A:2348.7IU
46.97%
Folate:124.32µg
31.08%
Manganese:0.58mg
29.22%
Fiber:7.3g
29.2%
Potassium:929.34mg
26.55%
Vitamin E:3.74mg
24.96%
Iron:2.82mg
15.66%
Magnesium:50.6mg
12.65%
Phosphorus:123.96mg
12.4%
Calcium:122.85mg
12.29%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.22%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.58%
Vitamin B3:1.52mg
7.59%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.67%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.49%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.09%
Selenium:2.17µg
3.1%