Crafting a fennel and carrot salad is a simple yet highly rewarding culinary journey. This salad showcases the natural sweetness of carrots and the subtle licorice-like notes of fennel, resulting in a crisp and refreshing dish. Beyond its delightful flavor, this salad is packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious addition to your meals. Embrace the ease of preparing this salad and savor the wholesome goodness it brings to your table.
Fennel & Carrot Salad
This salad showcases the natural sweetness of carrots and the subtle licorice-like notes of fennel, resulting in a crisp and refreshing dish.
Ingredients
- 1 fennel bulb (thinly sliced)
- 2 medium carrots (shaved)
- 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 Tbsp walnuts (chopped and lightly toasted)
- 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp agave syrup or honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the fennel, carrot, onion, and walnuts to a mixing bowl.
- In another small bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, agave syrup, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and mix well to combine.
- Add the vinaigrette to the salad and toss to coat. Serve with a sprinkle of salt and ground black pepper, to taste.
Notes
This recipe is courtesy of Laura from A Food Lover's Kitchen
