Shaved Fennel & Citrus Salad
Crisp fennel, juicy blood orange, grapefruit segments, and fresh mint tossed in a lemon vinaigrette.
In a nutshell: This authentic mediterranean shaved fennel & citrus salad comes together in just 10 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
A light and refreshing salad that bursts with vibrant citrus flavors and a satisfying crunch. Fennel and mint provide a crisp finish, making it a perfect side or light lunch.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Dry Greens Thoroughly: Use a salad spinner to remove every drop of water from the greens. Wet leaves repel vinaigrette and dilute the dressing's punch.
- Dress Just Before Serving: Toss with dressing within 5 minutes of sitting down to eat. Salt in vinaigrettes pulls moisture from crisp produce if left sitting too long.
- Season with Flaky Sea Salt: A finishing sprinkle of Maldon or coarse sea salt right over dressed greens elevates all the garden flavors instantly.
Ingredients
4
servings
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2 medium fennel bulbs, shaved paper-thin
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2 medium blood oranges, peeled and sliced
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1 large grapefruit, segmented
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¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
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2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
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1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
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2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, toasted
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep Fennel and Citrus
Trim the stalks and base of the fennel bulbs. Use a mandoline or a sharp knife to shave the fennel paper-thin. Peel the blood oranges and grapefruit, removing all bitter white pith, and slice them into segments.
Make Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper until emulsified.
Assemble and Garnish
Arrange the shaved fennel and citrus segments on a platter. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, toss gently, and garnish with torn mint leaves and toasted pumpkin seeds. Serve immediately.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Prep the components ahead, but dress within 5 minutes of serving. Salt in the vinaigrette pulls moisture from the produce and wilts the shaved fennel if it sits.
A very sharp knife works. The key is shaving the fennel paper-thin so it eats delicately against the citrus segments.
Mildly of anise or licorice, but fresh and crisp rather than strong. It pairs beautifully with the sweet-tart blood orange and grapefruit.
Yes. Regular oranges, mandarins, or pomelo all work. Use what is ripe and sweet; the lemon-juice vinaigrette stays the same.
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