Fennel Cucumber Red Onion Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Fennel Cucumber Red Onion Salad is the perfect side dish for any meal! Combining thinly sliced fennel bulb, cool English cucumber, and zesty red onion, this salad delivers a delightful crunch in every bite. The homemade lemon-Dijon vinaigrette, sweetened with a touch of honey, ties everything together with a bright and tangy finish, while the fresh dill adds a fragrant, herbaceous touch. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this nutrient-packed salad is ideal for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled dishes. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, this recipe will quickly become a go-to for those who love clean, fresh flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large fennel bulb
- 1 large English cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Trim the stalks and fronds off the fennel bulb, reserving the fronds for garnish. Cut the fennel bulb in half lengthwise, remove the tough core, and thinly slice the bulb using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
Wash the cucumber and slice it thinly into rounds. If desired, peel the cucumber before slicing.
Peel the red onion and slice it into very thin rings or half-moons, depending on your preference.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced fennel, cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the salad. If desired, coarsely chop a few reserved fennel fronds and add them for extra flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish. Alternatively, cover the salad and refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1473 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1920 mg | 41% | |
*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.
