Orange Fennel Salad
This Orange Fennel Salad with Arugula is a refreshing and flavorful dish. Tossed with a tangy orange marmalade dressing, this light and healthy salad is perfect as a side dish or can be turned into a stand-alone meal with the addition of a protein option. Try this easy recipe that’s packed with fresh ingredients and bright citrus flavors.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients:
- 3-4 cups fresh arugula
- 1 small to medium fennel bulb thinly sliced (about 1 cup sliced. reserve some of the fronds for garnish)
- 1 shallot or less, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or walnuts optional
Orange Marmalade Dressing:
- 2 tablespoon orange marmalade
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Instructions:
Prepare the Salad:
- Thinly slice the fennel bulb and shallot using a mandolin or knife.
- In a large bowl, combine the arugula, sliced fennel, and shallots. Toss to mix.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the orange marmalade, Dijon mustard, lemon juice , olive oil, and honey. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble:
- Drizzle the orange marmalade dressing over the salad and toss to coat the greens evenly.
- Garnish with fennel fronds, toasted almonds or walnuts, if desired.
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Notes
Tips:
You can add some protein like grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.
If you want more citrus, include orange segments in the salad and squeeze a little fresh orange juice into the dressing for a bright kick.
Serve Immediately: For the best texture and flavor, serve this salad right after tossing with the dressing. If you're not serving it immediately, store the salad and dressing separately. Dress the salad just before serving to keep the arugula crisp and the flavors fresh.