Green Bean Pasta Salad with Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette

Health score
20%
Green Bean Pasta Salad with Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette
30 min.
6
462kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition? Look no further than this Green Bean Pasta Salad with Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette! This delightful recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but it also serves as a versatile option for any meal, whether as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a main course.

The star of this salad is the combination of tender casarecce pasta and crisp haricots verts, which provide a satisfying texture and a burst of color. Tossed with peppery arugula and a zesty lemon-thyme vinaigrette, each bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. The addition of roasted pistachios adds a delightful crunch, while the Parmesan cheese topping elevates the dish to gourmet status.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, this pasta salad is not only delicious but also nourishing. Perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or a simple weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dish that’s as beautiful as it is tasty!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups arugula loosely packed
  • tablespoons champagne vinegar 
  • tablespoon thyme sprigs fresh
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 pound haricots verts cut in half lengthwise (tiny green beans)
  • teaspoons lemon zest divided
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 12 ounces soup noodles uncooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup roasted salted finely chopped
  • servings parmesan salted
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon shallots minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding green beans to boiling water during last 2 minutes of cooking time; drain. Rinse pasta mixture with cold running water; drain well.
  2. Place pasta mixture, thyme, and 3 tsp. lemon zest in a large bowl; toss gently to combine.
  3. Whisk together pistachios, next 5 ingredients, and remaining 2 tsp. lemon zest in a small bowl.
  4. Add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until blended.
  5. Drizzle over pasta mixture.
  6. Add arugula, and toss gently to coat.
  7. Serve with desired toppings.
  8. *Penne pasta may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories462kcal
Protein18.48%
Fat40.59%
Carbs40.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.33
Glycemic Load
18.25
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.507826069127%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.59mg
Isorhamnetin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
1.92mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:462.34kcal
23.12%
Fat:20.82g
32.03%
Saturated Fat:6.85g
42.78%
Carbohydrates:47.24g
15.75%
Net Carbohydrates:43.88g
15.96%
Sugar:3.3g
3.66%
Cholesterol:26.61mg
8.87%
Sodium:881.19mg
38.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.33g
42.66%
Selenium:45.67µg
65.24%
Calcium:399.46mg
39.95%
Phosphorus:358.37mg
35.84%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.11%
Vitamin K:29.59µg
28.18%
Magnesium:60.7mg
15.18%
Fiber:3.36g
13.44%
Vitamin A:671.05IU
13.42%
Vitamin E:2mg
13.36%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.06%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.93%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.98%
Vitamin C:9.69mg
11.75%
Copper:0.22mg
11.15%
Iron:1.85mg
10.29%
Vitamin B3:1.94mg
9.7%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.56%
Potassium:310.82mg
8.88%
Folate:30.98µg
7.75%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.84%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.81%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.26%
Source:My Recipes