Crunchy Yummy Salad Fennel and Apple Salad
Brighten up your table with this *Crunchy Yummy Salad Fennel and Apple Salad*, a refreshing medley of crisp textures and vibrant flavors. This recipe pairs the subtle anise-like crunch of thinly sliced fennel with the juicy sweetness of green apple, all brought to life by a zesty lemon-honey-Dijon dressing. Toasted walnuts add a delightful nuttiness, while fresh parsley lends a pop of herbal freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is a perfect side dish for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Healthy, light, and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try for fans of seasonal produce and easy salads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole fennel bulb
- 1 whole green apple
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 0.25 cup parsley leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the fennel bulb: remove the fronds and tough outer layer, then slice the bulb thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
Cut the green apple into thin slices or matchsticks, leaving the skin on for extra texture and color. Toss the apple slices in a small bowl with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned. Let them cool slightly, then roughly chop.
Chop the parsley leaves finely and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced fennel, apple, parsley, and toasted walnuts.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a crisp, delicious side, or chill for 10 minutes for the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1457 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1816 mg | 39% | |
*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.
