Fennel Salad
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5
Fennel Salad
Description
This salad balances peppery arugula with the anise-like crunch of thinly sliced fennel and the crisp sweetness of apples and celery. Candied pecans add crunch and a touch of caramel sweetness that complements the fresh ingredients. Chopped fennel fronds add a subtle herbal note if included.
The dressing is made by whisking olive oil with red wine vinegar, minced shallot, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to provide a smooth, tangy, and lightly sweet coating that brightens the salad without overpowering its components.
Serve this salad immediately after dressing to maintain the crispness of the arugula and vegetables. It pairs well with meals needing a light, fresh side or can be enjoyed on its own as a refreshing dish.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 4 cups arugula
- 1 cup apple such as Honeycrisp or Pink Lady, sliced
- 1 cup fennel bulb thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup celery thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pecans roughly chopped, candied
- 2 tablespoons fennel fronds chopped, optional
For the dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon shallot minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
For the salad
- Place the arugula, apples, fennel, celery and pecans in a large bowl.
For the dressing
- Place all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss until well combined.
- Sprinkle with fennel fronds if desired, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Using a mandoline to slice fennel very thinly improves texture and presentation.
- Choose crisp apple varieties such as Pink Lady or Honeycrisp for a balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing to prevent wilting, especially of the arugula.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 267 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 267kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 296mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 370mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 5640IU | 113% |
| Vitamin C | 69.4mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 151mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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