Fennel salad with orange balsamic vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or pork. The combination of sweet fennel, tangy orange, and aromatic balsamic vinegar creates a complex and delicious flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. This salad is also a great source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy and satisfying addition to any meal.
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ORANGE FENNEL SALAD
Steps:
- Cut the fronds from the fennel bulbs and reserve some of the feathery leaves for later. Cut each fennel bulb in half and remove the cores with a sharp knife.
- Fit a food processor with the thinnest slicing blade. Cut the fennel bulbs into wedges and place horizontally into the feed tube. Process in batches. Peel each orange, remove the pith with a knife, and slice. Set aside.
- For the dressing: Whisk together the oil, juice, 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper in a small bowl. Place the fennel slices, oranges slices and arugula in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss together. Sprinkle with salt and add some fennel fronds for decoration.
FENNEL SALAD WITH ORANGE-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
A sweet balsamic vinaigrette always pulls everything together in a delicious harmony of flavors. Raspberries are one of my very favorite fruits, so I'm always eager to find a new use for them. -Susan Gauthier, Falmouth, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until blended., In a large bowl, combine salad greens, fennel and oranges. Divide salad green mixture among eight plates. Sprinkle with pistachios; drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ORANGE AND FENNEL SALAD
Salty kalamata olives balance the sweet orange in this salad. The tangy orange vinaigrette brings it all together.
Provided by Dole
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Dole
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine salad, oranges, fennel and olives in large bowl. Toss with Fresh Orange Dressing, to coat, as desired. Refrigerate any remaining vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 190.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
HELEN VITALE'S ORANGE AND FENNEL SALAD
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together the mustard and vinegar in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Slowly add the oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly until fully emulsified. If the dressing breaks while you're making it, stop pouring the oil and whisk what you've made so far until it comes together again.
- Spread the arugula on a large platter. Slice off the top and bottom of each orange. Cut away the peel and outer membranes, then slice the orange cross-wise into wheels. Layer the orange slices over the arugula, followed by the fennel, onion (add more to taste) and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the vinaigrette on top, toss and serve immediately.
FENNEL AND ENDIVE SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE
Categories Citrus Fruit Vegetable Appetizer No-Cook Vegetarian Quick & Easy Orange Fennel Vegan Raw Endive Gourmet Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Finely grate enough zest from orange to measure 2 teaspoons, then squeeze 1 tablespoon juice into a large bowl. Whisk in zest, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oil until combined well.
- Cut fennel bulbs lengthwise into very thin slices with slicer. Halve endives lengthwise, then halve crosswise and cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-wide strips. Add endive and fennel to vinaigrette and toss to combine. Chill, covered, 15 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
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FENNEL SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Make and share this Fennel Salad with Balsamic Vinegar recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CountryLady
Categories Greens
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Clean romaine, dry it and tear into bite size pieces.
- Add the remaining vegetables.
- Pour olive oil, then balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper over the salad.
- Toss to mix, then taste.
- Add more salt, pepper or vinegar as needed.
- Chop basil, add to the salad, toss again.
- Garnish with strips of roasted red pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.3, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 40.9, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 5.3, Protein 3.5
FENNEL AND ORANGE SALAD WITH LEMON-GINGER VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Frederik de Pue
Categories Salad Ginger Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Lunch Orange Fennel Winter Mustard Greens Lemon Juice Bon Appétit Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Place baguette slices on a rimmed baking sheet and toast, 8-10 minutes. Let cool and break into pieces. Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, lemon and orange zests, ginger, and pepper in a large bowl; season with salt and whisk in oil.
- Using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from oranges; discard. Working over bowl with dressing, cut between membranes to release segments into bowl; discard membranes. Add fennel, fennel fronds, mustard greens, and croutons to bowl; toss to combine.
Tips:
- Use the best quality fennel bulb. Look for firm, white bulbs with no blemishes.
- Thinly slice the fennel bulb. This will help the vinaigrette to coat the fennel evenly.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the orange segments. This will help to prevent the segments from tearing.
- Make the vinaigrette ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the vinaigrette before dressing the salad. Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the fennel from wilting.
Conclusion:
This fennel salad with orange balsamic vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of fennel, orange, and balsamic vinegar is a classic flavor combination that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try.
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