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Fennel Salad with Blood Oranges

Fennel Salad with Blood Oranges for a Vibrant Spring Boost

A refreshing Fennel Salad with Blood Oranges, bringing vibrant flavors and colors together for a perfect no-cook dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bulb Fennel Provides a crunchy texture and mild licorice flavor.
  • 2 pieces Blood Oranges Adds sweetness and magenta color.
  • 1 piece Navel Orange Offers complementary citrus flavor.
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Adding nutrients and color.
  • 2 cups Red Leaf Lettuce Enhances texture and color diversity.
  • 1 cup Baby Kale Adds a slightly peppery flavor.
  • ¼ cup Mint Brightens the salad with fresh aroma.
  • 1 piece Avocado Provides a creamy texture and healthy fats.
  • 4 pieces Radish Offers a peppery crunch.
  • ½ cup Chopped Walnuts Adds crunch and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • ¼ cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese Infuses a savory element.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Sweetener to balance acidity.
  • ¼ cup Blood Orange Juice Base of the vinaigrette.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Adds tang and acidity.
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Rich, flavorful dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Shallots Adds complexity to the dressing.

Equipment

  • Sharp Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Fennel: Cut the fennel bulb into quarters and slice it thinly into shavings.
  2. Segment the Oranges: Peel and segment the blood oranges, and slice the Navel orange.
  3. Assemble the Salad: Combine greens in a bowl, then layer with fennel, avocado, radish, oranges, walnuts, and cheese.
  4. Make the Vinaigrette: Whisk honey, blood orange juice, red wine vinegar, and shallots, then add olive oil while whisking.
  5. Serve: Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2700IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Prep components a day in advance for convenience. Serve dressing separately for best freshness.

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