Description
Fennel and Orange Salad is a refreshing blend of vibrant flavors that brings together the crispness of fresh fennel and the sweetness of juicy oranges. Perfect for warm days, this salad not only looks stunning on your table but also tantalizes your taste buds with its delightful combination of textures and aromas. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light side dish at dinner parties, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium fresh fennel bulb
- 2 medium oranges
- 1 small red onion (about 70g)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the base and fronds from the fennel bulb; slice thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- Remove both ends of each orange, then slice down the sides to peel. Segment the oranges by cutting out the segments without pith.
- Thinly slice the red onion and add it to a large mixing bowl with fennel and orange segments.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating sliced olives or nuts like walnuts or almonds. Experiment with herbs like fresh mint or basil for an aromatic twist. To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the fridge; best consumed within two days.