Fennel, Beet and Orange Salad with Olives

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Fennel, Beet and Orange Salad with Olives
45 min.
30
98kcal

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Discover a vibrant and refreshing dish that beautifully marries earthy flavors with bright, citrusy notes in our Fennel, Beet, and Orange Salad with Olives. This salad isn't just a feast for the eyes; it's a delightful explosion of taste and texture that will elevate any meal. Bursting with the natural sweetness of roasted beets and the zingy acidity of fresh oranges, each bite provides a perfect balance that will leave your taste buds dancing.

The combination of slender fennel slices adds a subtle anise flavor, complemented by the crunch of Kalamata olives that bring a savory depth. Tossed in a zesty dressing made from balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and fragrant orange zest, this salad is sure to impress your guests, whether served at a festive gathering or as a scrumptious side dish to your favorite main course.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, but it also showcases the rich nutritional value of its ingredients. With only 98 calories per serving, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. Perfect for spring gatherings or as a colorful addition to your everyday meals, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s get ready to create a dish that celebrates the beauty of fresh produce in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • 12 medium beets trimmed
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  •  fennel bulbs trimmed halved lengthwise thinly sliced (fronds reserved)
  • tablespoon fennel seeds crushed
  • 1.5 cups kalamata olives pitted halved
  • 12 large navel oranges 
  • cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons orange peel grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Wrap beets in foil.
  2. Place on baking sheet. Roast beets until tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Cool. Peel beets; cut into rounds.
  3. Mix orange peel, mustard and fennel seeds in bowl.
  4. Whisk in vinegar. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Beets and dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring dressing to room temperature before using.)
  5. Place fennel slices in bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat.
  6. Cut peel and white pith from oranges.
  7. Cut oranges into rounds. Alternate beets and oranges along edge of platters, overlapping. Spoon fennel slices into center; sprinkle with olives.
  8. Drizzle remaining dressing over beets and oranges. Chop fronds; sprinkle over salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories98kcal
Protein8.76%
Fat23.82%
Carbs67.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.37
Glycemic Load
4.07
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.9630435446034%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.51mg
Hesperetin
12.25mg
Naringenin
3.98mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:97.58kcal
4.88%
Fat:2.81g
4.33%
Saturated Fat:0.41g
2.55%
Carbohydrates:17.91g
5.97%
Net Carbohydrates:12.96g
4.71%
Sugar:11.66g
12.96%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:189.6mg
8.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.33g
4.65%
Vitamin C:42.63mg
51.68%
Vitamin K:30.5µg
29.04%
Folate:106.15µg
26.54%
Fiber:4.95g
19.81%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.41%
Potassium:518.72mg
14.82%
Magnesium:31.94mg
7.98%
Phosphorus:65.89mg
6.59%
Calcium:65.53mg
6.55%
Iron:1.07mg
5.93%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.79%
Copper:0.12mg
5.77%
Vitamin E:0.85mg
5.67%
Vitamin A:252.3IU
5.05%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.5%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.27%
Vitamin B3:0.8mg
4%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.65%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.62%
Selenium:1.04µg
1.48%
Source:Epicurious