Fennel Apple and Gorgonzola Salad

Brighten up your table with this refreshing Fennel Apple and Gorgonzola Salad, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving more. Crisp, paper-thin slices of fennel and sweet-tart apples provide a crunchy base, while peppery arugula adds a vibrant green undertone. Creamy Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts elevate the dish with a rich, nutty contrast, all tied together with a zesty homemade vinaigrette featuring lemon, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for balance. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is ideal for everything from light lunches to elegant dinner parties. Pair it with a glass of white wine for a sophisticated touch, and let this dish shine as either a standout side or a satisfying main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Fennel bulb
• 1 large Apple (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
• 100 grams Gorgonzola cheese
• 4 cups Arugula
• 60 grams Walnuts
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 2

Trim the fennel bulb by removing the stalks and fronds (reserving a few fronds for garnish). Slice the fennel bulb in half lengthwise and use a mandoline or sharp knife to thinly slice it into paper-thin pieces.

Step 3

Core the apple and thinly slice it. If desired, you can cut the slices into matchsticks for a different texture.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 5

In a large serving bowl, combine the arugula, sliced fennel, and apple slices. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients.

Step 6

Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese over the salad and scatter the toasted walnuts on top.

Step 7

Garnish with a few fennel fronds, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	894.1 grams (894.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1395

Total Fat 112.60g	144%
Saturated Fat 28.60g	143%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.90g
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 2845mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 79.70g	29%
Dietary Fiber 21.40g	76%
Total Sugars 46.30g
Protein 37.40g	75%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 897mg	69%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2186mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.4%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 21.5%