Citrus & Fennel Delight Salad
Elevate your salad experience with this refreshing Citrus & Fennel Delight Salad. Perfectly balanced between the sweetness of oranges, the crunch of radishes and fennel, and the savory richness of olives and Parmesan, this salad is not just a dish, but a celebration of flavors. Tossed in a zesty vinaigrette made with fresh orange juice and white wine vinegar, each bite is a harmonious blend that is sure to impress at any gathering. Serve it as a starter or a side dish to your favorite main course, and enjoy the vibrant colors and textures that make it a standout on any table.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
orange
2 (peeled and sliced into rounds)
fennel bulb
1 cup (thinly sliced)
radish
1/4 cup (thinly sliced)
oil-cured black olive
1/4 cup (pitted and slivered)
parmesan cheese
1/4 cup (shaved)
fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons (none)
shallot
1 tablespoon (minced)
olive oil
1 tablespoon (none)
sugar
1 teaspoon (none)
fennel seed
1 teaspoon (toasted and crushed)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (none)
arugula
4 cups (cleaned and torn into bite-sized pieces)
Instructions
1
Begin by peeling the oranges: cut off the top and bottom, then carefully remove the peel and pith while following the curve of the fruit. Slice into thin rounds.
2
Using a knife or mandoline, thinly slice the fennel bulb and set aside.
3
Trim the stems and roots from the radishes, then thinly slice them as well.
4
Pitting the olives can be done with an olive pitter or by gently crushing them with the side of a chef's knife. Once pitted, slice the olives into small slivers.
5
Toast the fennel seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Transfer the seeds to a mortar and pestle and crush them until aromatic.
6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the crushed fennel seeds, fresh orange juice, white wine vinegar, minced shallot, olive oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
7
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced fennel, radishes, and arugula. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture, and gently toss together using your hands to ensure even coating without bruising the greens.
8
To serve, layer 3 to 4 orange slices on individual plates, mound the salad mixture on top, and garnish with slivered olives and shaved Parmesan carefully arranged atop the salad.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus & Fennel Delight Salad?
It is a refreshing salad featuring a harmonious blend of oranges, crunchy fennel, radishes, savory olives, and shaved Parmesan tossed in a zesty citrus vinaigrette.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
Is this salad suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this salad is vegetarian-friendly.
Is the Citrus & Fennel Delight Salad gluten-free?
Yes, based on the ingredients listed, this recipe is gluten-free.
What are the main ingredients in this salad?
The main ingredients include oranges, fennel bulb, radishes, oil-cured black olives, Parmesan cheese, and arugula.
How do I prepare the oranges for the salad?
Cut off the top and bottom of the oranges, remove the peel and pith following the curve of the fruit, and then slice into thin rounds.
What type of vinegar is used in the dressing?
The vinaigrette uses white wine vinegar.
How do I prepare the fennel bulb?
The fennel bulb should be thinly sliced using a knife or a mandoline.
How should I pit the oil-cured olives?
You can use an olive pitter or gently crush them with the side of a chef's knife to remove the pits.
What is the best way to toast fennel seeds?
Toast the seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they become fragrant.
How do I crush the fennel seeds after toasting?
Transfer the toasted seeds to a mortar and pestle and crush them until they are aromatic.
What components make up the vinaigrette?
The vinaigrette consists of crushed fennel seeds, fresh orange juice, white wine vinegar, minced shallot, olive oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
How should I combine the greens and the dressing?
Combine the fennel, radishes, and arugula in a bowl, pour the vinaigrette over them, and gently toss by hand to avoid bruising the greens.
How do I plate the Citrus & Fennel Delight Salad?
Layer 3 to 4 orange slices on a plate, mound the salad mixture on top, and garnish with slivered olives and shaved Parmesan.
What kind of olives are recommended?
The recipe calls specifically for oil-cured black olives.
Can I use a mandoline for this recipe?
Yes, a mandoline is recommended for achieving thin slices of the fennel bulb and radishes.
How do I prepare the radishes?
Trim the stems and roots, then slice the radishes thinly.
What type of cheese is used as a garnish?
The salad is garnished with shaved Parmesan cheese.
Is there sugar in the dressing?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavors in the vinaigrette.
What type of greens are used?
The recipe uses 4 cups of arugula, cleaned and torn into bite-sized pieces.
How much orange juice is needed for the dressing?
You will need 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice.
What is the preparation for the shallot?
The shallot should be finely minced.
Can I serve this as a main course?
While intended as a starter or side dish, you could increase the portion size to serve it as a light main course.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 14 ingredients in this recipe.
What does the fennel seed add to the dish?
Toasted and crushed fennel seeds provide an aromatic depth and complement the fresh fennel bulb.
How should the olives be sliced?
After pitting, the olives should be sliced into small slivers.
What is the flavor profile of this salad?
It is a balance of sweet, crunchy, savory, and zesty flavors.
What is the recommended prep for the arugula?
The arugula should be cleaned and torn into bite-sized pieces.
Can I substitute the white wine vinegar?
While the recipe calls for white wine vinegar, champagne vinegar or apple cider vinegar could serve as reasonable substitutes.
How is the Parmesan prepared?
The Parmesan should be shaved into thin curls or flakes for the garnish.