Fennel and Red Grapefruit Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
38%
Fennel and Red Grapefruit Salad
35 min.
12
142kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing culinary experience with our Fennel and Red Grapefruit Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether as a side dish, antipasti, or a light snack, this salad is a versatile addition to your dining table.

Imagine the crispness of baby arugula paired with the unique anise flavor of fresh fennel, complemented by the tart sweetness of juicy red grapefruits. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a standout choice for both casual gatherings and elegant dinners. Plus, it’s a guilt-free indulgence, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, allowing everyone to enjoy it without dietary concerns.

With just 35 minutes of preparation, you can whip up this delightful salad that serves 12 people, making it an ideal option for entertaining guests or meal prepping for the week. The zesty dressing, infused with garlic and fresh tarragon, ties all the ingredients together beautifully, ensuring that every forkful is bursting with flavor. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this stunning and nutritious salad!

Ingredients

  • oz baby arugula packed
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • pounds fennel bulb 
  • teaspoon tarragon fresh chopped
  • clove garlic minced
  • large grapefruit red
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  •  onion red halved thinly sliced
  • 12 servings salt and pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Remove stalks from fennel. Mince 2 tsp. fronds; discard stalks.
  2. Cut fennel bulbs into quarters and remove core and any damaged outer leaves. Slice fennel crosswise into thin slices; transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Cut off tops and bottoms of grapefruits. Slice off peel and white pith. Working over a bowl, cut between membranes to remove segments, dropping them into bowl. Squeeze membranes over bowl to extract juice. Using a slotted spoon, put segments in bowl with fennel, reserving juice; add onion.
  4. Whisk 6 Tbsp. of reserved juice with garlic, mustard, tarragon and reserved 2 tsp. minced fennel fronds. Slowly whisk in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Toss arugula with 3 Tbsp. of dressing. Line a platter with arugula. Toss fennel mixture with remaining dressing and arrange on top of arugula.

Nutrition Facts

Calories142kcal
Protein7.02%
Fat37.53%
Carbs55.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.75
Glycemic Load
5
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.632173895836%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.22mg
Hesperetin
0.39mg
Naringenin
36.12mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.67mg
Isorhamnetin
0.97mg
Kaempferol
4.19mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:142.41kcal
7.12%
Fat:6.5g
9.99%
Saturated Fat:0.97g
6.07%
Carbohydrates:21.6g
7.2%
Net Carbohydrates:15.93g
5.79%
Sugar:12.72g
14.13%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:261.16mg
11.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.74g
5.47%
Vitamin K:87.75µg
83.57%
Vitamin C:50.75mg
61.51%
Vitamin A:1712.43IU
34.25%
Fiber:5.67g
22.67%
Potassium:682.6mg
19.5%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.52%
Folate:58.7µg
14.67%
Vitamin E:1.72mg
11.47%
Calcium:103.71mg
10.37%
Magnesium:36.55mg
9.14%
Phosphorus:86.77mg
8.68%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.95%
Iron:1.21mg
6.71%
Copper:0.13mg
6.26%
Vitamin B5:0.62mg
6.19%
Vitamin B3:1.02mg
5.09%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.06%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.67%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.59%
Selenium:1.17µg
1.67%
Source:My Recipes