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Apple Fennel Salad with Cranberries and Pecans Recipe

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  • Author: Bara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Apple Fennel Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish combining thinly sliced fennel, crisp Granny Smith apples, and crunchy celery with dried cranberries, honey-roasted pecans, and fresh mint. Tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet dressing made from orange juice, olive oil, honey, and apple cider vinegar, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures—ideal as a light lunch or a colorful side dish.

Ingredients

Dressing

  • Juice of 1 orange (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Salad

  • 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • 3 Granny Smith apples, halved, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup honey roasted pecans, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/4 cup shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a mason jar, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously until the dressing is well emulsified and combined. Adjust salt and pepper to taste to balance the flavors.
  2. Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl, place the thinly sliced fennel, apples, and celery. Add the dried cranberries, honey roasted pecans, chopped fresh mint, and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients.
  3. Toss and Serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together to ensure the dressing coats everything evenly. Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and fresh flavors at their best.

Notes

  • You can substitute maple syrup for honey to make the dressing vegan.
  • For a nuttier flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to one day.
  • If you prefer a creamier texture, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or a soft cheese like goat cheese.
  • Feel free to add more fresh herbs like parsley or basil for variations in flavor.

Find it online: https://yumbara.com/apple-fennel-salad-with-cranberries-and-pecans-recipe/