Spanish Anchovy, Fennel, and Preserved Lemon Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Spanish Anchovy, Fennel, and Preserved Lemon Salad
25 min.
8
162kcal

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Delight your senses with our vibrant Spanish Anchovy, Fennel, and Preserved Lemon Salad, a dish that beautifully marries flavors and textures to create a refreshing addition to any meal. Perfect as a side dish, antipasti, or a light snack, this salad showcases the unique combination of robust Spanish anchovies, the crunchy crispness of fennel, and the tangy brightness of preserved lemon. Each bite is a journey through the Mediterranean, bursting with the essence of sunny coastlines and lively culinary traditions.

What makes this salad particularly appealing is its versatility; it's not only vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also comes together in just 25 minutes! With the peppery notes of baby arugula mingling with the sweetness of red onion and the delightful bite of red wine vinegar, every ingredient plays a pivotal role in crafting a harmonious dish. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a healthy starter, or simply craving a quick and satisfying snack, this salad is sure to impress.

Gather your ingredients, don your apron, and prepare for a culinary adventure that promises to elevate your dining experience. Enjoy this vibrant salad as a light and nutritious addition to your menu, and watch as your guests revel in its sophisticated flavors!

Ingredients

  • ounces baby arugula 
  • large fennel bulb divided very thinly sliced
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • tablespoon simple preserved lemons homemade minced
  • 0.5 small onion red divided very thinly sliced
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • ounces vinegar smoked white spanish

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk oil and vinegar in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  2. Combine mche, 1/2 cup fennel, 1/3 cup onion, and preserved lemon in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Arrange on platter. Top with remaining fennel and onion, then anchovies.
  3. Drizzle with more dressing and serve.
  4. Combine 1 thinly sliced lemon, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 4 teaspoons coarse sea salt in small skillet. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until almost tender, about 10 minutes. Cool.
  5. One serving contains the following: Calories (kcal) 228.82, % Calories from Fat 73.5, Fat (g) 18.63, Saturated Fat (g) 2.83, Cholesterol (mg) 24.10, Carbohydrates (g) 6.67, Dietary Fiber (g) 2.80, Total Sugars (g) 0.31, Net Carbs (g) 3.87, Protein (g) 9.39
  6. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories162kcal
Protein2.27%
Fat89.01%
Carbs8.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.25
Glycemic Load
0.82
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.6039129728856%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.32mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.11mg
Kaempferol
6.23mg
Quercetin
2.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:162.18kcal
8.11%
Fat:15.94g
24.52%
Saturated Fat:2.22g
13.87%
Carbohydrates:3.51g
1.17%
Net Carbohydrates:2.14g
0.78%
Sugar:1.87g
2.08%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:21.6mg
0.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.92g
1.83%
Vitamin K:47.19µg
44.94%
Vitamin E:2.52mg
16.77%
Vitamin A:459.79IU
9.2%
Vitamin C:6.7mg
8.13%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.99%
Folate:26.39µg
6.6%
Potassium:199.43mg
5.7%
Fiber:1.39g
5.58%
Calcium:46.46mg
4.65%
Magnesium:14.5mg
3.62%
Iron:0.61mg
3.38%
Phosphorus:27.42mg
2.74%
Copper:0.04mg
1.89%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.75%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.56%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.54%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.25%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious