Best 6 Fennel And Cabbage Slaw Recipes

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Fennel and cabbage slaw is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as a refreshing summer salad or as a flavorful complement to grilled meats or fish. The combination of fennel and cabbage provides a balance of sweetness, crunch, and slight bitterness, while the addition of a tangy dressing brings all the flavors together. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to finding the best recipe for fennel and cabbage slaw, exploring different variations, flavors, and techniques to create the perfect slaw for any occasion. Whether you prefer a classic mayonnaise-based dressing or a lighter vinaigrette, you'll find helpful tips and insights to create a slaw that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CABBAGE AND FENNEL SLAW



Cabbage and Fennel Slaw image

This simple slaw is great for picnics or backyard barbecues. Fennel updates the classic recipe by adding a sweet licorice flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 small head red cabbage (about 1 pound), shredded
1 large fennel bulb, trimmed, halved, and sliced very thin
2 large carrots, shredded
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion greens (from 2 scallions)
1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together cabbage, fennel, carrots, and scallion greens. In a small bowl, whisk together ginger, orange juice, oil, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss to coat completely. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes (or up to 1 1/2 hours). Toss slaw before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g

FENNEL AND CABBAGE SLAW



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 fennel bulb, core removed, cut into quarters, and sliced very thinly, fronds reserved
1 cup thinly sliced purple cabbage
2 scallions, chopped
2 strips bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons chopped fennel fronds
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss the fennel, cabbage, scallions, and bacon together in a medium bowl. Whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar, fennel fronds, sugar, and salt and pepper, to taste, in a small bowl. Add the dressing to the slaw and toss to coat.

GREEN CABBAGE AND FENNEL SLAW



Green Cabbage and Fennel Slaw image

This crunchy salad features sweet raisins and hearty walnuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup raisins
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 fennel bulb, with fronds
1/2 head green cabbage (about 1 pound)
1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, toasted

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine vinegar, oil, and raisins. Season dressing with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • Cut off and reserve 1/4 cup leafy fennel fronds; discard stalks. Using the large holes of a box grater, coarsely grate fennel bulb and cabbage. Transfer fennel fronds, fennel, cabbage, and walnuts to bowl with dressing. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 g, Fat 12 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

CABBAGE, FRESH FENNEL, AND CARROT SLAW



Cabbage, Fresh Fennel, and Carrot Slaw image

Categories     Salad     Onion     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Mayonnaise     Fennel     Carrot     Summer     Cabbage     Sour Cream     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 2 1/2-pound cabbage, quartered, cored, very thinly sliced (about 18 cups)
2 fresh fennel bulbs, trimmed, halved, very thinly sliced (about 3 cups)
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 very large carrot, peeled, coarsely shredded
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Combine cabbage, fennel, onion, and carrot in large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, sugar, and hot sauce in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Add dressing to cabbage mixture; toss to coat. Season slaw to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours, tossing occasionally. Transfer to serving bowl.

THREE-CABBAGE SLAW WITH CELERIAC AND FENNEL



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Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Tailgating     Raw

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup each: shredded red, green and Savoy cabbages
1 cup celeriac, cut in matchsticks
1 cup fennel bulb, sliced thin
dressing:
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
juice of 1 lemon
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp Maldon salt
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp fromage frais or plain yogurt
1/2 tsp chilli flakes
1 tbsp blue poppy seeds
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all vegetables in a very large bowl. Place dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously until mixed. Pour over slaw and mix thoroughly. Refrigerate until needed: very good next day as well!

SMOKY PORK BURGERS WITH FENNEL AND RED CABBAGE SLAW



SMOKY PORK BURGERS WITH FENNEL AND RED CABBAGE SLAW image

Categories     Sandwich     Pork     Dinner

Yield Serves 4 / 2 c. slaw

Number Of Ingredients 18

Smoky Pork Burgers:
1 pound ground pork sirloin
1 cup finely chopped bacon, from about 2-3 rashers
1/2 cup finely diced onion
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
2 teaspoons smoked Spanish paprika
4 soft burger rolls or sandwich buns
Fennel and Red Cabbage Slaw:
2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup shredded fennel bulb
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 tablespoon chopped fennel fronds

Steps:

  • Pork Burgers: 1. Gently toast the fennel seeds in a small dry skillet until aromatic, remove them from the pan and set aside. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the onion, garlic, fennel seeds, salt and smoked paprika, stirring to combine. 3. Add the pork and bacon, tossing gently until the seasonings are well incorporated, but taking care not to overwork the meat. 4. Divide the seasoned pork into four portions and shape into patties. 5. Place the patties onto a plate or platter and chill for at least one hour. 6. Light a grill and cook the burgers: 6 minutes over the hot side of the grill, rotating them after the first 3 minutes, then flipping them and cooking them for another 3 minutes on the hot side before moving them to the cool side of the grill for the final 3 minutes. 7. Remove the burgers from the grill and allow them to rest briefly, tented with foil, before serving. 8. Place the burgers on toasted or lightly grilled buns and top each one with a little of the fennel and cabbage slaw Slaw: 1. Combine the vinegars, dijon and salt in a mixing bowl and whisk until the salt is dissolved. 2. Add the oil and whisk until the dressing is emulsified. 3. Place the shredded fennel and cabbage in the bowl on top of the dressing, and toss to combine. 4. Add the fennel fronds and toss again just before serving

Tips:

  • To make the slaw ahead of time, prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, bring it to room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • For a more flavorful slaw, use a combination of green and red cabbage.
  • If you don't have caraway seeds, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds or fennel seeds.
  • To make a vegan version of this slaw, omit the bacon. You can also substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.
  • Serve the slaw as a side dish with grilled or roasted meats, or fish. It's also a great addition to sandwiches and wraps.

Conclusion:

Fennel and cabbage slaw is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. With its combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, this slaw is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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