Chilled Orange and Fennel Salad
Brighten up your table with this Chilled Orange and Fennel Salad, a refreshing medley of crisp, paper-thin fennel and juicy orange slices dressed in a zesty citrus vinaigrette. Perfect for spring or summer, this no-cook recipe delivers vibrant flavors with just 15 minutes of prep. The combination of sweet honey, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic parsley (with a hint of optional mint) makes every bite irresistible. Serve it as a chilled appetizer or a light side dish to complement rich mains. This easy, healthy salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious, ideal for impressing guests or adding a touch of elegance to everyday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Fresh oranges
- 2 pieces Fennel bulb
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Begin by prepping the oranges. Using a sharp knife, trim both ends of each orange so it sits flat on your cutting board. Carefully slice away the peel and white pith, following the curve of the fruit. Once peeled, cut the orange into thin rounds or segments, removing any seeds. Set aside in a bowl.
Prepare the fennel bulbs by cutting off the stalks and feathery fronds (reserve some fronds for garnish, if desired). Slice each fennel bulb in half lengthwise and remove the core. Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice the fennel thinly into paper-thin slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange slices and fennel. Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Chop the fresh parsley (and mint, if using) and sprinkle over the salad. Garnish with reserved fennel fronds for added flavor and visual appeal.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Serve the salad cold as a refreshing starter or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1429 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2756 mg | 59% | |
*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.
