Fennel and Orange Salad with Arugula

Thomas Ainsworth

This refreshing fennel and orange salad with arugula is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish, balancing the crispness of fennel, the sweetness of oranges, and the peppery bite of arugula. Enhanced with a delicate citrus dressing, this salad is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Course Salad

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings bowls

Calories 242 kcal

Equipment

Sharp chef’s knife
Mandoline slicer (optional)
Mixing bowl
Whisk

Ingredients

For the Salad:

1 large fennel bulb thinly sliced
2 large navel oranges peeled and segmented
4 cups baby arugula washed and dried
¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
¼ cup toasted almonds slivered
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese optional

For the Citrus Dressing:

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon sea salt to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Using a sharp chef’s knife or a mandoline slicer, thinly slice the fennel bulb. Remove the fronds and reserve them for garnish if desired.
Peel the oranges, ensuring no pith remains, and segment them by carefully cutting between the membranes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the arugula, sliced fennel, orange segments, red onion, and toasted almonds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Drizzle the citrus dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to coat evenly.
Top with crumbled feta cheese if using. Garnish with fennel fronds for a decorative touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a vegan variation, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based alternative.
If you prefer an extra crunch, add thinly sliced radishes.
Pair this salad with grilled fish or roasted chicken for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 449mgPotassium: 544mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 785IUVitamin C: 58mgCalcium: 166mgIron: 1mg

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