Spanish Charred Fennel Orange and Olive Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Spanish Charred Fennel Orange and Olive Salad—a Mediterranean-inspired dish that dazzles both the eyes and palate. Featuring perfectly grilled fennel slices that bring a smoky depth, sweet and zesty bites of fresh orange, and the tangy brininess of Kalamata olives, this salad is a symphony of contrasting flavors and textures. Tossed with a refreshing mix of parsley and mint and drizzled with a honey-sherry vinaigrette, it’s a quick and elegant dish perfect as a light side or a showstopping starter. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad captures the essence of sunny Spanish cuisine in every bite! Keywords: charred fennel salad, Spanish salad recipe, orange olive salad, Mediterranean side dish, grilled fennel recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Fresh fennel bulbs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 whole Fresh oranges
- 1 cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
- 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint
- 1.5 tablespoons Sherry vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Trim the fennel bulbs by cutting off the stalks and fronds. Slice each bulb into 1/4-inch-thick slices, keeping the core intact to hold the slices together.
Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush the fennel slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until slightly charred and tender. Remove from the heat and let cool.
Peel and segment the oranges by cutting away the peel and pith. Slice the segments into bite-sized pieces.
In a large serving bowl, combine the charred fennel, orange segments, and Kalamata olives.
Chop the fresh parsley and mint finely. Add them to the salad bowl for a burst of fresh flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sherry vinegar, honey, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve immediately as a crisp and tangy accompaniment to any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.8 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4357 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 572 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2574 mg | 55% | |
*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.
