Fennel Slaw with Orange Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Fennel Slaw with Orange Vinaigrette
45 min.
16
61kcal

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Looking for a vibrant, refreshing side dish that's bursting with flavor and good for you? This Fennel Slaw with Orange Vinaigrette is your answer! It's a delightful twist on traditional slaw, swapping out the creamy mayo for a bright, tangy citrus dressing that will awaken your taste buds. This recipe is packed with fresh fennel, juicy orange segments, and briny green olives, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that is both unique and addictive.

What’s even better? It’s naturally vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a crowd-pleaser for almost any dietary need. And with only 61 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! Imagine serving this alongside grilled fish, roasted chicken, or even as a topping for tacos. The possibilities are endless!

Don't let the fennel intimidate you! It's incredibly versatile and adds a subtle anise-like flavor that complements the sweetness of the oranges perfectly. Plus, the addition of crushed red pepper gives it just a hint of warmth to balance everything out. Get ready to experience a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. In just 45 minutes, you can have this show-stopping side dish on your table. Let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • medium fennel bulbs with stalks ( 4 pounds)
  • 0.5 cup olives green pitted coarsely chopped
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 1.5 tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • teaspoon orange rind grated
  • cups orange sections ( 2 large oranges)
  • tablespoon sherry vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Trim tough outer leaves from fennel; mince feathery fronds to measure 1 cup.
  3. Remove and discard stalks.
  4. Cut fennel bulb in half lengthwise; discard core. Thinly slice bulbs.
  5. Add fronds, fennel slices, and orange sections to bowl; toss gently to combine.
  6. Sprinkle with olives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories61kcal
Protein5%
Fat56.86%
Carbs38.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.72
Glycemic Load
1.82
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.6478260470473%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.48mg
Hesperetin
6.32mg
Naringenin
3.48mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:61.31kcal
3.07%
Fat:4.14g
6.38%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.72%
Carbohydrates:6.25g
2.08%
Net Carbohydrates:4.18g
1.52%
Sugar:3.99g
4.43%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:234.65mg
10.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.82g
1.64%
Vitamin K:29.73µg
28.31%
Vitamin C:18.21mg
22.07%
Fiber:2.07g
8.3%
Potassium:229.05mg
6.54%
Vitamin E:0.95mg
6.37%
Folate:19.25µg
4.81%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.75%
Calcium:33.49mg
3.35%
Vitamin A:139.15IU
2.78%
Magnesium:10.52mg
2.63%
Phosphorus:25.77mg
2.58%
Copper:0.05mg
2.29%
Iron:0.4mg
2.22%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.85%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.83%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.77%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.63%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.43%
Source:My Recipes