Spinach and Fennel Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this refreshing Spinach and Fennel Salad, a vibrant blend of crisp baby spinach, anise-like fennel, juicy orange segments, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Dressed in a zesty citrus vinaigrette made with freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, this elegant salad is packed with bold flavors and contrasting textures. A sprinkle of shaved Parmesan cheese adds a touch of indulgence, making it perfect as a light lunch or an impressive starter for dinner parties. Ready in just 15 minutes and featuring fresh, wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and seasonal goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 5 cups baby spinach
• 1 medium fennel bulb
• 1 large orange
• 1 medium lemon
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup walnuts
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the baby spinach thoroughly. Place the spinach in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Trim the fennel bulb and slice it very thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline. Add the sliced fennel to the bowl with the spinach.

Step 3

Segment the orange by cutting away the peel and white pith, then slicing out each segment between the membranes. Set the segments aside and squeeze any remaining juice into a small bowl.

Step 4

In the small bowl with the orange juice, add the juice of the lemon, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly to combine and create the citrus vinaigrette.

Step 5

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Allow the walnuts to cool slightly before adding them to the salad.

Step 6

Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the spinach and fennel mixture and toss gently to coat.

Step 7

Top the salad with the orange segments, toasted walnuts, and shaved Parmesan cheese. Toss lightly again to combine, or leave the toppings arranged on top for presentation.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Spinach and Fennel Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(747.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1088.8

Total Fat 90.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.8g
Cholesterol 22.2mg	0%
Sodium 1700.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 25.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 622.8mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1602.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.8%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 21.3%