Grilled Asparagus and Fennel Pasta Salad (Cooking for 2)

Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Grilled Asparagus and Fennel Pasta Salad (Cooking for 2)
50 min.
2
510kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances flavors and textures? Look no further than this Grilled Asparagus and Fennel Pasta Salad! Ideal for a light lunch or as a delightful side dish, this recipe is not only dairy-free but also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this dish is the combination of tender grilled asparagus and aromatic fennel, which brings a unique sweetness and crunch to every bite. Tossed with colorful rainbow rotini pasta and bright, juicy orange segments, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The addition of red onion adds a subtle zing, while a simple yet flavorful vinaigrette made with olive oil and white balsamic vinegar ties everything together beautifully.

Ready in just 50 minutes, this recipe serves two, making it perfect for a cozy meal for two or a lovely lunch date. Whether you’re enjoying it fresh off the grill or allowing the flavors to meld in the refrigerator for a couple of hours, this pasta salad is sure to impress. So fire up the grill and get ready to savor a dish that celebrates the best of seasonal produce!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 pound asparagus cut into 2-inch pieces
  • medium fennel bulb cut into thin wedges
  • small navel oranges peeled coarsely chopped
  • small onion red cut into thin wedges
  • ounces rotini pasta uncooked
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Toss asparagus, fennel, onion, 2 teaspoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt until vegetables are coated.
  3. Place in grill basket. Grill 5 to 6 inches from medium heat 10 to 15 minutes, stirring vegetables or shaking grill basket frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Cool slightly.
  4. Shake all Vinaigrette ingredients in tightly covered container.
  5. In large bowl, toss vegetables, pasta, orange and vinaigrette.
  6. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories510kcal
Protein10.27%
Fat26.29%
Carbs63.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
133.05
Glycemic Load
27.34
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.261304274849%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.26mg
Hesperetin
15.31mg
Naringenin
4.97mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.5mg
Isorhamnetin
5.99mg
Kaempferol
1.15mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
19.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:510.12kcal
25.51%
Fat:15.13g
23.28%
Saturated Fat:2.43g
15.21%
Carbohydrates:82.16g
27.39%
Net Carbohydrates:72.6g
26.4%
Sugar:19.93g
22.14%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:219.99mg
9.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.3g
26.6%
Vitamin K:122.36µg
116.54%
Vitamin C:62.66mg
75.95%
Selenium:47.19µg
67.42%
Manganese:1.09mg
54.3%
Fiber:9.56g
38.24%
Potassium:980.38mg
28.01%
Folate:108.08µg
27.02%
Phosphorus:258.55mg
25.85%
Copper:0.44mg
22.22%
Magnesium:81.47mg
20.37%
Iron:3.37mg
18.74%
Vitamin E:2.63mg
17.5%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.43%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.3%
Vitamin A:759.42IU
15.19%
Vitamin B3:2.87mg
14.35%
Calcium:135.15mg
13.51%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.39%
Zinc:1.71mg
11.39%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.83%