Best 4 Orange Red Onion And Fennel Salad Recipes

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For those seeking a delectable and refreshing salad, the combination of oranges, red onions, and fennel is an exceptional choice. The vibrant colors of the orange slices, the sharp flavor of the red onions, and the subtle aniseed notes of the fennel create a delightful harmony of flavors. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a wholesome addition to any meal. Whether served as a light lunch or as a refreshing side dish, this orange red onion and fennel salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SICILIAN FENNEL AND ORANGE SALAD WITH RED ONION AND MINT



Sicilian Fennel and Orange Salad with Red Onion and Mint image

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Onion     Vegetable     No-Cook     Low/No Sugar     Orange     Fennel     Fall     Raw     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 navel oranges or blood oranges
1 large fennel bulb, halved lengthwise, cored, very thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 cup very thinly sliced red onion
16 small fresh mint leaves, torn in half
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
20 oil-cured black olives

Steps:

  • Cut peel and pith from oranges. Cut between membranes to release segments.
  • Toss orange segments, fennel, onion, mint, and oil in large bowl to coat. Season salad generously to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer salad to platter. Garnish with olives and serve immediately.

ORANGE, RED ONION AND FENNEL SALAD



Orange, Red Onion and Fennel Salad image

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Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 oranges
4 cups baby arugula
1 fennel bulb, cleaned well and thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced very thin
1/4 cup olive oil cured olives, pitted, roughly chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Zest the oranges in strips and reserve for garnish. Slice the oranges into thin rings. Place the orange slices, arugula, fennel, red onions and olives in a large bowl and toss. Toss with the olive oil and lemon juice right before serving. Season the salad with just a touch of salt and pepper. Use the reserved strips of orange zest to garnish the plate.

MINTED ORANGE, FENNEL AND RED ONION SALAD



Minted Orange, Fennel and Red Onion Salad image

Categories     Salad     Fruit     Onion     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Orange     Mint     Fennel     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

For dressing:
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar or red-wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium-large red onion
1 large fennel bulb (sometimes called anise, about 1 pound)
3 large navel oranges
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Make Dressing:
  • Heat a dry small heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot and toast coriander seeds, stirring, until fragrant and a little darker, about 2 minutes. With a mortar and pestle or in a spice grinder or cleaned electric coffee grinder, grind coriander to a coarse powder. In a bowl, whisk together coriander and remaining dressing ingredients.Dressing may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered
  • With a Japanese rotary slicer or other thin-slicing device, slice onion crosswise into thin spirals or rings. In a bowl of ice and cold water, soak onion (separate rings if necessary) 15 minutes.
  • Trim stalks from fennel and with slicing device, thinly slice fennel bulb crosswise.
  • With a sharp knife, cut a slice from top and bottom of each orange to expose flesh and arrange cut side down on a cutting board. cutting from top to bottom, remove peel and pith. Cut oranges crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  • Drain onion well and pat dry between paper towels.
  • Arrange fennel, onion and orange decoratively on a platter and scatter with mint. Whisk dressing and drizzle over salad.

PRUNE, ORANGE, FENNEL, AND RED ONION SALAD WITH MIXED GREENS



Prune, Orange, Fennel, and Red Onion Salad with Mixed Greens image

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Fruit     Leafy Green     Onion     Low Fat     Orange     Prune     Fennel     Winter     Healthy     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup dried pitted prunes
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 oranges
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Sherry wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 tablespoons minced red onion
2 medium fennel bulbs with fronds; 1 tablespoon fronds chopped, bulbs trimmed and thinly sliced
6 cups mixed baby greens
2 thin red onion rings

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in small saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until prunes are soft and juice is reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 6 minutes. Transfer prunes to bowl; reserve juice. Chill prunes until cold, about 2 hours. Cut into quarters.
  • Cut peel and white pith from oranges. Working over bowl to catch juice and using small sharp knife, cut between membranes to release segments. Combine 2 tablespoons orange juice from bowl, oil, vinegar, grated orange peel, and reserved prune juice; whisk to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Gently toss orange segments, minced red onion, 1 tablespoon fennel fronds, and 1 tablespoon dressing in medium bowl. Combine mixed greens, onion rings, and fennel bulbs in large bowl. Toss with remaining dressing. Divide salad among 4 plates. Top with prunes and orange mixture.

Tips:

  • To make sure your salad is extra crisp and refreshing, chill the fennel and orange segments before assembling.
  • For a milder onion flavor, soak the red onion slices in cold water for about 15 minutes before adding them to the salad.
  • If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use a teaspoon of dried thyme or oregano in the dressing.
  • This salad is also delicious with grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or tofu.

Conclusion:

This Orange, Red Onion, and Fennel Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up any leftover oranges or fennel. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors makes this salad a real crowd-pleaser.

So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe, give this Orange, Red Onion, and Fennel Salad a try.

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