Fennel Orange Salald

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with citrusy charm, this Fennel Orange Salad is the perfect balance of crisp textures and zesty flavors. Thinly sliced fennel is paired with juicy, vibrant navel oranges, creating a delightful contrast of sweet and licorice-like notes. A light citrus vinaigrette made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey ties the ingredients together, while fresh mint leaves and toasted almonds add herbaceous and nutty accents. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and healthy salad is ideal as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish. Perfect for showcasing the best of seasonal produce, this elegant salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium fennel bulb
• 3 large navel oranges
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 cup toasted almonds

Directions

Step 1

Trim the fennel by removing the stalks and fronds. Set aside a few fronds for garnish. Slice the fennel bulbs very thinly using a sharp knife or a mandoline.

Step 2

Peel the oranges by slicing off the top and bottom, then cutting away the peel and pith with a sharp knife. Cut the oranges into thin, round slices or segments.

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a large salad bowl or serving platter, arrange the sliced fennel and orange slices.

Step 5

Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette evenly over the salad.

Step 6

Scatter the fresh mint leaves and toasted almonds on top.

Step 7

Garnish with reserved fennel fronds for a pop of green and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1224.6 grams (1224.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1024

Total Fat 57.00g	73%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1431mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 131.50g	48%
Dietary Fiber 36.50g	130%
Total Sugars 80.10g
Protein 20.60g	41%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 753mg	58%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 3552mg	76%

*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: 45.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 46.9%