Fennel Pomegranate and Feta Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Fennel Pomegranate and Feta Salad, a vibrant medley of crisp, thinly sliced fennel, sweet-tart pomegranate arils, and creamy feta cheese. Drizzled with a zesty lemon-honey dressing and finished with fresh parsley for an herbaceous touch, this salad strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Optional toasted walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while minimal prep time makes it an effortless choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Bursting with color and packed with nutrients, this easy fennel salad recipe is a must-try for lovers of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Fennel bulb
- 1 cup Pomegranate arils
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Optional walnuts (toasted)
Instructions
1. Prepare the fennel by trimming the stalks and removing the fronds. Cut the fennel bulb in half lengthwise and use a mandoline or sharp knife to thinly slice the fennel into very fine strips. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
2. Add the pomegranate arils to the bowl with the sliced fennel.
3. Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and add it to the salad bowl.
4. If using walnuts, lightly toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden, then let them cool before adding to the salad.
5. For the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.
7. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish.
8. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving for a slightly chilled salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.7 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2292 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 663 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2624 mg | 56% | |
*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.
