Best 20 Orange And Fennel Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing culinary journey with this delectable Orange and Fennel Salad, an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This vibrant salad showcases the perfect balance of sweet and savory, with juicy oranges, crisp fennel, and a zesty dressing that ties all the elements together. It's a symphony of textures and flavors, making it an ideal side dish or a light and refreshing main course. Explore variations of this classic salad, including a delightful Avocado and Orange Salad with a tangy dressing, a flavorful Fennel and Orange Salad with Roasted Beets, and a unique Orange, Fennel, and Avocado Salad with a hint of mint. Discover the versatility of oranges and fennel as they blend seamlessly with various ingredients, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

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 AND FENNEL SALAD



Orange and Fennel Salad image

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

1 (6 ounce) package DOLE® Tender Garden Blend
2 medium (blank)s oranges, peeled and cut in half slices
1 fennel bulb, trimmed, cored and thinly sliced lengthwise
8 each pitted Kalamata olives, cut in half
Orange Vinaigrette (recipe below)

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

ARUGULA, FENNEL, AND ORANGE SALAD



Arugula, Fennel, and Orange Salad image

I grew up eating fennel, but I've noticed it's not very common in the US. For all the fennel lovers like me, here is a delicious and good looking recipe. For the non fennel lovers, you can easily substitute celery.

Provided by Ms.P.

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Arugula Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 bunch arugula
2 orange, peeled and segmented
1 bulb fennel bulb, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sliced black olives

Steps:

  • Whisk together the honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; slowly add the olive oil while continuing to whisk.
  • Place the arugula in the bottom of a salad bowl; scatter the orange segments, fennel slices, and olives over the arugula; drizzle the dressing over the salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 250.2 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

SPRING SALAD WITH FENNEL AND ORANGE



Spring Salad with Fennel and Orange image

The gorgeous colors of green, bright orange, purple, white, and red make this delicious salad so enticing! The combination of the sweet citrus taste with the tangy salad dressing is always a big hit with all of my guests!

Provided by Chef4Six

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup red wine vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 (10 ounce) bag mixed salad greens
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 orange, peeled and segmented
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup slivered almonds
½ cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Whisk together the sugar, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, basil, and olive oil in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves; set aside. Toss the salad greens, sliced fennel, orange, onion, almonds, and cranberries in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 18.9 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

BEET, FENNEL AND MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD



Beet, Fennel and Mandarin Orange Salad image

Roasted beets and sweet oranges are dressed with a sherry-shallot vinaigrette in this flavorful salad.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 bunches baby red or gold beets
1 medium fennel bulb
1 (5 ounce) package DOLE® Spring Mix
1 (15 ounce) can DOLE® Mandarin Oranges, drained
4 sprigs fresh mint, chopped
1/2 cup shallot vinaigrette (recipe below)
½ cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place beets in medium roasting pan, add water to cover bottom of pan; cover with foil. Roast 40 to 45 minutes or until beets are tender and can be pierced with a fork or knife.
  • Cool slightly; remove skin from beets and cut into wedges.
  • Trim off fennel leaves and stalk; cut into very thin slices.
  • Combine salad, mandarin oranges, mint, beets and fennel in large bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to evenly coat.
  • Sprinkle cheese over salad.

FENNEL AND ORANGE SALAD



Fennel and Orange Salad image

The classic flavor combination of fennel and orange makes a wonderful winter salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
5 navel oranges
3 to 4 fennel bulbs (about 2 pounds total), ends trimmed, quartered lengthwise, cored, and thinly sliced, crosswise, plus 1/4 cup roughly chopped fennel fronds (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Using a sharp knife, slice off both ends of each orange. Following the curve of the fruit, cut away the peel and white pith. Halve orange from top to bottom; thinly slice crosswise. Transfer oranges, along with any juices that have accumulated on work surface, to bowl with dressing. Add fennel and, if desired, fronds. Toss to combine.

ARUGULA, FENNEL, APPLE, MANDARIN ORANGE, AND POMEGRANATE SALAD



Arugula, Fennel, Apple, Mandarin Orange, and Pomegranate Salad image

Categories     Salad     No-Cook     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Orange     Apple     Fennel     Arugula     Raw     Pomegranate     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 shallot, minced
1/2 teaspoon (packed) grated lemon peel
1 large fresh fennel bulb, trimmed, halved, very thinly sliced
1 8-ounce Fuji apple, halved, cored, cut into matchstick-size strips
6 cups trimmed arugula leaves (from two 4-ounce packages)
2 mandarin oranges or tangerines, peeled, each cut crosswise into 3 slices
Pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Combine fennel and apple in medium bowl; mix in 3 tablespoons dressing.
  • Place arugula in large bowl. Add fennel-apple mixture. Toss, adding more dressing to taste. Divide salad among 6 plates. Garnish each with 1 mandarin orange slice and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.

BLOOD ORANGE, BEET, AND FENNEL SALAD



Blood Orange, Beet, and Fennel Salad image

Our fresh take on the classic Moroccan salad pairs shaved fennel and red onion with assorted beets and oranges for color contrast.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Fruit     Appetizer     Roast     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Lunch     Orange     Fennel     Root Vegetable     Beet     Winter     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium red beets, tops trimmed
2 medium golden beets, tops trimmed
3 blood oranges
1 medium navel orange (preferably Cara Cara)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 small fennel bulb, very thinly sliced crosswise on a mandoline
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced on a mandoline (about 1/3 cup)
Good-quality extra-virgin olive, pumpkin seed, or walnut oil (for drizzling)
Coarse sea salt, such as fleur de sel or Maldon sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro and/or chervil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Wash beets, leaving some water on skins. Wrap individually in foil; place on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until beets are tender when pierced with a knife, about 1 hour. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, using a sharp knife, cut all peel and white pith from all oranges; discard. Working over a medium bowl, cut between membranes of 2 blood oranges to release segments into bowl; squeeze juice from membranes into bowl and discard membranes. Slice remaining blood orange and Cara Cara orange crosswise into thin rounds. Place sliced oranges in bowl with the segments. Add lemon juice and lime juice.
  • Peel cooled beets. Slice 2 beets crosswise into thin rounds. Cut remaining 2 beets into wedges. Strain citrus juices; reserve. Layer beets and oranges on plates, dividing evenly. Arrange fennel and onion over beets. Spoon reserved citrus juices over, then drizzle salad generously with oil. Season to taste with coarse sea salt and pepper. Let salad stand for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish salad with cilantro leaves.

ORANGE, RED ONION AND FENNEL SALAD



Orange, Red Onion and Fennel Salad image

Provided by Food Network

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.

FENNEL AND ENDIVE SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE



Fennel and Endive Salad with Orange Vinaigrette image

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

1 navel orange
1 1/2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium fennel bulbs (sometimes called anise; 2 pounds total), stalks discarded
2 Belgian endives, trimmed
Special Equipment
a Japanese Benriner* or other adjustable-blade slicer

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.
  • *Available at cookware shops and Uwajimaya (800-889-1928).

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.

ORANGE AND FENNEL SALAD



Orange and Fennel Salad image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eating oranges
1 small fennel bulb
4 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons capers

Steps:

  • Peel oranges, then cut into small dices, reserving the juice.
  • Trim tops and bottom off fennel bulb and remove outer part if it is tough or bruised. Slice bulb thinly, then dice. Finely chop onion.
  • Mix reserved juice with 2 tablespoons of additional juice and the olive oil. Then mix oranges, fennel and onion into dressing. Spoon onto salad plates.
  • Rinse and dry capers and sprinkle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 164, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 102 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams

HELEN VITALE'S ORANGE AND FENNEL SALAD



Helen Vitale's Orange and Fennel Salad image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups baby arugula
2 navel oranges
1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
1/4 red onion (or more), sliced into thin rings
8 leaves fresh basil, cut into thin strips

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.

ARUGULA, FENNEL AND ORANGE SALAD



Arugula, Fennel and Orange Salad image

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup minced shallots
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 large oranges
7 cups arugula (about 10 large bunches), trimmed
1 large fennel bulb, quartered lengthwise, cored, thinly sliced crosswise
1 small red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk minced shallots, olive oil and lemon juice in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cut all peel and white pith from oranges. Using small sharp knife, cut between membranes to release segments. Combine arugula, fennel and onion in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Add orange segments; toss to combine. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

SPANISH CHARRED FENNEL, ORANGE AND OLIVE SALAD



Spanish Charred Fennel, Orange and Olive Salad image

This is one of my favourite Summer salad recipes.....the vibrant colours are amazing, as are all the mingling flavours! The baby fennel bulbs are roasted until charred and then simply served with fresh oranges, black olives, red onion, fresh mint and a divine orange vinaigrette! I serve this alongside grilled, roast or barbequed Duck or Lamb - it is also great when served with a good grilled Steak.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Oranges

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 small fennel bulbs, trimmed & fronds kept for garnish
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 large oranges, peeled and cut into segments
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 red onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
100 g black olives
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.
  • Trim the feathery green fronds form the fennel and reserve for the garnish.
  • Remove the stalks from the fennel and cut each fennel bulb into 4 or 6 wedges, depending on the size.
  • Place into a well-oiled baking tin or tian - and drizzle over 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Roast them for about 40-45 minutes or until tender, caramelised and charred on the edges. (Turn them once or twice during cooking.).
  • Allow them to cool.
  • Peel and slice the oranges into segments, making sure there is no membrane or pith on them. Add the finely sliced red onion and olives to the orange segments.
  • Whisk the remaining oil with the orange juice and season well.
  • Add half of the chopped mint leaves to the vinaigrette, mix well.
  • Pour half the dressing over the orange mixture and gently mix.
  • When you wish to assemble the salad, build up the salad by layering the orange mixture and roast fennel bulbs in alternate layers.
  • Drizzle with the remaining dressing and scatter the remaining chopped mint over the top.
  • Finely chop the reserved fennel fronds and scatter them over the top, as the final flourish!
  • Great served with barbequed poultry or meats, especially Duck or Lamb.

FENNEL, SMOKED SALMON AND ORANGE SALAD



Fennel, Smoked Salmon and Orange Salad image

A lovely, light, summery salad. The citrus, the lightly licorice-flavoured fennel, and the smoked salmon are an amazing combination! My daughter practically inhales this!

Provided by J. Ko

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed if possible (prepared orange juice is fine, though)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 fennel bulb, cut in half and sliced paper-thin (stems, feathery leaves and any discoloured outer parts discarded)
4 oranges, peeled, cut crosswise into slices
4 ounces smoked salmon, cut into slivers
4 green onions, cut into slivers
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shaved

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, sea salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  • Place fennel in a bowl and toss with about half of the dressing mixture until evenly coated. Set aside.
  • Arrange orange slices attractively on four salad plates. Mound the fennel mixture on top, divide and top with the smoked salmon, sprinkle with green onions and parmesan, then drizzle sparingly with the remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.2, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 750.7, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 13.3, Protein 12.6

ARUGULA, FENNEL AND ORANGE SALAD



Arugula, Fennel and Orange Salad image

Make and share this Arugula, Fennel and Orange Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Citrus

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 navel oranges
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed, cored and thinly sliced crosswise
4 scallions, white and tender green parts only, thinly sliced
2 bunches arugula, trimmed

Steps:

  • Using a sharp knife, peel the oranges, removing the bitter white pith; slice crosswise 1/4 inch thick.
  • In a bowl, whisk the oil and vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Add the fennel, scallions and arugula and toss.
  • Add the oranges. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.3, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 22.7, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 3, Sugar 6.2, Protein 1.3

ORANGE, FENNEL, AND OLIVE SALAD WITH RED-PEPPER FLAKES



Orange, Fennel, and Olive Salad with Red-Pepper Flakes image

Raw fennel has a crunch similar to apples and a mild licorice taste. It pairs well with the oranges and olives in this refreshing salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 fennel bulb, trimmed, with 1 to 2 tablespoons fronds reserved
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 oranges
1/4 cup small olives, such as Nicoise
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Red-pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Halve, core, and thinly slice fennel bulb (preferably on a mandoline). In a bowl, toss fennel with lemon juice.
  • Slice away peel and pith of oranges and cut flesh into segments. Add to bowl with fennel and stir in olives, reserved fennel fronds, and olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and red-pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g

FENNEL AND ORANGE SALAD WITH LEMON-GINGER VINAIGRETTE



Fennel and Orange Salad with Lemon-Ginger Vinaigrette image

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

1/4 baguette, very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 navel oranges
1 fennel bulb, trimmed, very thinly sliced, plus 1/4 cup fennel fronds
4 ounces mustard greens, center ribs and stems removed, leaves torn into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups)

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.

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:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe oranges. Look for oranges that are heavy for their size and have a deep orange color.
  • To easily remove the zest from the oranges, use a microplane or citrus zester.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a sharp knife to thinly slice the oranges and fennel.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the oranges and fennel and store them in separate containers in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad just before serving.
  • This salad is also delicious with other citrus fruits, such as grapefruit, lemon, or lime.

Conclusion:

This orange and fennel salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet oranges, crunchy fennel, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try!

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