Fennel and White Bean Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Fennel and White Bean Salad is the ultimate healthy yet satisfying dish. Featuring thinly sliced fennel bulbs for a subtle anise-like crunch, creamy white beans for protein-packed heartiness, and peppery arugula for a bold, leafy contrast, this salad is a true harmony of textures and tastes. Tossed with a zesty homemade lemon and olive oil dressing and enhanced with the sweetness of red onions and fragrant parsley, it’s a versatile recipe perfect as a standalone light meal or a vibrant side dish. Best of all, this no-cook salad is ready in just 15 minutes, making it an easy, nutrient-rich option for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve with optional shavings of Parmesan for an extra touch of indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole fennel bulb
- 15 oz canned white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans)
- 4 cups arugula
- 0.5 whole red onion
- 1 whole lemon
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (optional, shaved)
Instructions
Rinse the fennel bulb and trim off the stalks. Save a few fronds for garnish if desired, then slice the bulb thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
Drain and rinse the canned white beans under cool water, then set aside to dry.
Rinse the arugula and set it aside to drain or pat dry with paper towels.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moon slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lemon, the olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced fennel, white beans, arugula, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad, making sure to coat all ingredients evenly. Toss lightly to combine.
Chop the parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad as a garnish. Add shaved Parmesan cheese if using.
Serve immediately, garnished with reserved fennel fronds if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 899 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 764 mg | 16% | |
*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.
