Fennel, Parsley, and Celery Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
40%
Fennel, Parsley, and Celery Salad
5 min.
8
29kcal

Suggestions


Looking for a refreshing and vibrant side dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients? Look no further than this Fennel, Parsley, and Celery Salad! Perfect for any occasion, this salad is a delightful blend of crisp textures and bold flavors, making it an ideal accompaniment to your favorite meals.

The star of this dish is the fennel, which adds a unique anise-like flavor that pairs beautifully with the crunchy celery and the bright, herbaceous notes of parsley. With the addition of oil-cured black olives and preserved lemon, each bite is a burst of Mediterranean goodness that will transport your taste buds to sun-soaked shores.

This salad is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a versatile choice for various dietary preferences. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s a quick and easy option for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Plus, with only 29 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

To elevate your dining experience, consider pairing this salad with a glass of Palliser Estate Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. Its crispness and dry flavors of herbs and tropical fruits complement the salad perfectly, creating a harmonious balance that will leave your guests raving.

So, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to add a burst of flavor to your meal, this Fennel, Parsley, and Celery Salad is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  •  celery stalks with leaves attached, plus additional leaves from the celery bunch
  • medium fennel bulb with fennel fronds reserved for garnish cored very thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 0.3 cup olives black pitted halved
  • cup flat parsley italian coarsely chopped
  • 0.5  simple preserved lemons very thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Trim leaves from celery stalks and coarsely chop them; set aside. Thinly slice celery stalks on the bias.
  2. Combine celery, celery leaves, fennel, parsley, olives, and lemon rind in a large bowl.
  3. Add vinaigrette and toss to coat. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mound salad onto a serving platter and, if using, garnish with fennel fronds.Beverage pairing: Palliser Estate Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand. The Martinborough region of New Zealand, where this wine comes from, is known primarily for its Pinot Noir. But the Sauvignon Blancs from here are excellent, and this one provides both crispness and beautifully dry flavors of herbs, apricots, and tropical fruits, which make it a lively partner for the crunchy, herbal salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories29kcal
Protein12.16%
Fat27.97%
Carbs59.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.63
Glycemic Load
1.18
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.694782619891%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.63mg
Apigenin
16.2mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
1.11mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:29.22kcal
1.46%
Fat:1.04g
1.6%
Saturated Fat:0.18g
1.11%
Carbohydrates:5.01g
1.67%
Net Carbohydrates:2.74g
0.99%
Sugar:2.42g
2.68%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:123.57mg
5.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.02g
2.03%
Vitamin K:160.26µg
152.63%
Vitamin C:17.04mg
20.66%
Vitamin A:739.03IU
14.78%
Fiber:2.27g
9.09%
Potassium:290mg
8.29%
Folate:27.9µg
6.98%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.26%
Iron:0.92mg
5.13%
Calcium:42.54mg
4.25%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.09%
Magnesium:14.48mg
3.62%
Phosphorus:34.19mg
3.42%
Copper:0.06mg
2.85%
Vitamin B3:0.49mg
2.45%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.85%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.71%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.61%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.34%
Source:Chow