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Chapter 3: Salads, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

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This refreshing salad is a celebration of winter flavors, pairing the bright, sweet-tart juice of blood oranges with the crisp, licorice-kissed crunch of fresh fennel. The simplicity of the ingredients allows their natural textures and aromas to shine, creating a dish that is both light and satisfying. It serves beautifully as a standalone lunch, a healthy picnic option, or a palate-cleansing side dish for heartier Mediterranean meals. With minimal prep required, this salad brings a burst of color and freshness to any table, making it a staple for those who appreciate clean, wholesome eating.
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Difficulty: Beginner
Calories: 47.0
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This refreshing salad is a celebration of winter flavors, pairing the bright, sweet-tart juice of blood oranges with the crisp, licorice-kissed crunch of fresh fennel. The simplicity of the ingredients allows their natural textures and aromas to shine, creating a dish that is both light and satisfying. It serves beautifully as a standalone lunch, a healthy picnic option, or a palate-cleansing side dish for heartier Mediterranean meals. With minimal prep required, this salad brings a burst of color and freshness to any table, making it a staple for those who appreciate clean, wholesome eating.
Ingredients
  • 4 Blood oranges
  • 2 Fennel bulbs, stalks discarded, bulbs halved, cored, and sliced thin
Directions
  1. 1
    Trim the tops and bottoms off the blood oranges and slice away the peel and white pith, following the curve of the fruit.
  2. 2
    Carefully slice the orange segments away from the membranes, letting them fall into a large serving bowl.
  3. 3
    Add the thinly sliced fennel bulbs to the bowl with the orange segments.
  4. 4
    Toss gently to combine the citrus and fennel evenly.
  5. 5
    Serve immediately for the crispest texture and freshest flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 47.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 9.0g
Protein 0.9g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: blood orange, fennel, salad, mediterranean, vegan, healthy, citrus, fresh, light, winter, side dish, lunch, picnic, no cook, simple, crunchy, zesty, plant-based
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