Roman Orange and Fennel Salad
Elevate your salad game with the refreshing and visually stunning Roman Orange and Fennel Salad. This vibrant dish combines crisp, paper-thin slices of fennel and juicy orange segments, creating a harmonious blend of subtle anise-like flavors and bright citrus notes. Tossed with a tangy dressing of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of honey, every bite is balanced with sweetness and zest. Garnished with fresh parsley and dazzling pomegranate seeds, this no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick yet elegant appetizer or side dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a healthy, gluten-free, and Mediterranean-inspired delight that’s as stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Fennel bulb
- 3 medium Oranges
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Pomegranate seeds
Instructions
Remove the stalks and tough outer layer of the fennel bulbs. Slice the fennel as thinly as possible using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer. Place the sliced fennel in a large salad bowl.
Segment the oranges by cutting off the peel and white pith, then slicing between the membranes to release the segments. Reserve any juice that collects while cutting.
Add the orange segments to the salad bowl with the fennel. If desired, also add a few thinly sliced pieces of orange peel for an extra burst of flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, black pepper, and any reserved orange juice to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the fennel and orange mixture. Toss gently to combine and ensure the salad is evenly coated.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad. Add the pomegranate seeds for a pop of color and sweetness.
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.0 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1523 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.6 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 3581 mg | 76% | |
*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.
