Orzo, Green Bean, and Fennel Salad with Dill Pesto

Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Orzo, Green Bean, and Fennel Salad with Dill Pesto
25 min.
6
218kcal

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Looking for a fresh and vibrant dish that’s packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion? Our Orzo, Green Bean, and Fennel Salad with Dill Pesto is your answer! This delightful salad brings together a medley of wholesome ingredients, making it a fantastic side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack. The star of the show is the fragrant fennel, which adds a subtle sweetness and a hint of anise flavor that pairs beautifully with the crunch of green beans and the hearty orzo.

The homemade dill pesto elevates this salad to a whole new level, bursting with the freshness of chopped dill, zesty lemon juice, and rich olive oil. Not only is this dish dairy-free, but it's also quick to prepare, making it a breeze to whip up in just 25 minutes. Perfect for those busy weeknights or when entertaining guests, this recipe serves up to six people, ensuring there's plenty to go around.

Whether you’re vegan, health-conscious, or simply looking for a delicious way to enjoy vegetables, this Orzo, Green Bean, and Fennel Salad will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will have you reaching for seconds. So why wait? Grab your ingredients, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup fennel bulb fresh diced
  • 0.7 cup optional: dill fresh packed chopped ()
  • ounces green beans trimmed
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 1.3 cups orzo pasta 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cook green beans in large saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer beansto plate.
  2. Add orzo to same boiling water. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally; drain.
  3. Blend dill, oil, vinegar, and lemon juice in mini processor until almost smooth. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  4. Cut beans crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces.
  5. Place in large bowl.
  6. Add orzo, cucumber, and fennel; mix in dressing. Season salad to tastewith salt and pepper.
  7. One serving contains the following: Calories (kcal)243.58;% Calories from Fat 36.7;Fat (g) 9.93;Saturated Fat (g)1.48;Cholesterol (mg)0.00;Carbohydrates (g)33.44;Dietary Fiber (g)3.10;Total Sugars (g)3.80;Net Carbs (g)30.34;Protein (g)6.00
  8. Bon Appétit
  9. See Nutrition Data's analysis of this recipe ›

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein9.3%
Fat39.43%
Carbs51.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33
Glycemic Load
10.82
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.7278261495673%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
2.27mg
Kaempferol
0.87mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
3.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:218.08kcal
10.9%
Fat:9.64g
14.83%
Saturated Fat:1.36g
8.51%
Carbohydrates:28.21g
9.4%
Net Carbohydrates:25.74g
9.36%
Sugar:3.35g
3.73%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:14.42mg
0.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.12g
10.23%
Selenium:20.06µg
28.65%
Vitamin K:28.53µg
27.17%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.11%
Vitamin C:11.32mg
13.72%
Vitamin A:678.59IU
13.57%
Vitamin E:1.55mg
10.35%
Fiber:2.47g
9.9%
Phosphorus:83.52mg
8.35%
Magnesium:31.52mg
7.88%
Folate:29.37µg
7.34%
Iron:1.31mg
7.28%
Potassium:241.65mg
6.9%
Copper:0.13mg
6.65%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.68%
Vitamin B3:0.96mg
4.81%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.55%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.26%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.04%
Calcium:38.42mg
3.84%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.69%
Source:Epicurious