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Orzo, Green Bean, and Fennel Salad with Dill Pesto

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Orzo, Green Bean, and Fennel Salad with Dill PestoLisa Hubbard

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    25 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

8 ounces green beans, trimmed
8 ounces orzo (1 1/4 cups)
2/3 cup (packed) chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups 1/3-inch cubes unpeeled English hothouse cucumber (about 8 ounces)
3/4 cup diced fresh fennel bulb

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook green beans in large saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer beans to plate. Add orzo to same boiling water. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally; drain.

    Step 2

    Blend dill, oil, vinegar, and lemon juice in mini processor until almost smooth. Season dressing with salt and pepper.

    Step 3

    Cut beans crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. Place in large bowl. Add orzo, cucumber, and fennel; mix in dressing. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Per Serving

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
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TagsPasta SaladPastaOrzoGreen BeanBean and LegumeVegetableFennelRoot VegetableDillHerbs & SpicesSideLunchDinnerDairy FreeNut FreeVegetarianVeganEasyQuickFood ProcessorBon Appétit

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