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Fennel Apple Salad

Bright and Crunchy Fennel Apple Salad for Fresh Flavor

This Fennel Apple Salad is a refreshing blend of crisp fennel, sweet apples, and peppery arugula, perfect for a healthy side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Arugula Feel free to substitute with spinach or mixed greens.
  • 2 cups Fennel Thinly sliced bulb, stalks, and fronds.
  • 2 medium Apple Crisp variety like Fuji or Granny Smith.
  • 1 cup Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or almonds.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil or a nut oil.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese For vegan options, consider nutritional yeast.

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Begin by rinsing the fennel bulb under cold water, then slice off the fronds and stalks. Thinly slice the bulb and chop the stalks.
  2. Select a crisp apple and wash it thoroughly. Cut it into thin slices and place directly into a large mixing bowl with arugula.
  3. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add walnuts and toast for about 3-5 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden.
  4. In the mixing bowl, add the sliced fennel and toasted walnuts to the arugula and apple slices. Gently toss the ingredients together.
  5. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Gently toss again to coat all components.
  6. Serve immediately for the best experience, keeping ingredients crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To maintain crispness, dress the salad just before serving. Store components separately to preserve freshness.

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