Spring Salad with Fennel and Orange

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Spring Salad with Fennel and Orange
25 min.
8
160kcal

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Welcome the vibrant flavors of spring with this refreshing Spring Salad with Fennel and Orange! This delightful dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome option that caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With its bright colors and zesty taste, it makes the perfect accompaniment for any meal, whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, or a light snack.

The combination of thinly sliced fennel and juicy orange segments brings a unique twist to your typical salad. Fennel, with its anise-like flavor, adds a crisp texture that beautifully complements the sweetness of dried cranberries and the crunch of slivered almonds. Tossed together with fresh mixed greens, this salad bursts with nutrients and tantalizing flavors that will leave your guests raving.

This Spring Salad not only looks stunning on the table but is also incredibly easy to make, taking just 25 minutes to prepare. The dressing, a simple yet delicious mix of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh basil, ties all the components together, elevating the entire dish. It’s a perfect choice for spring gatherings, picnics, or even a solo meal when you're craving something light and refreshing. Treat your taste buds to this delightful salad and celebrate the season with every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • small fennel bulb thinly sliced
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  • 10 ounce salad greens mixed
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  cranberry-orange relish peeled
  • 0.5  onion red thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.5 cup slivered almonds 
  • 0.3 cup sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together the sugar, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, basil, and olive oil in a small bowl until the sugar dissolves; set aside. Toss the salad greens, sliced fennel, orange, onion, almonds, and cranberries in a large bowl.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein5.9%
Fat47.1%
Carbs47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.07
Glycemic Load
5.78
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.4039129951726%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.21mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
4.46mg
Naringenin
2.54mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.52mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.21mg
Quercetin
1.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:159.55kcal
7.98%
Fat:8.83g
13.59%
Saturated Fat:1.02g
6.39%
Carbohydrates:19.83g
6.61%
Net Carbohydrates:17.17g
6.24%
Sugar:15g
16.67%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:219.71mg
9.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.49g
4.98%
Vitamin C:21.05mg
25.51%
Vitamin K:23.17µg
22.07%
Vitamin E:2.85mg
18.97%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.11%
Fiber:2.67g
10.66%
Vitamin A:491.99IU
9.84%
Potassium:278.78mg
7.97%
Folate:30.37µg
7.59%
Magnesium:30.19mg
7.55%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.82%
Phosphorus:66.54mg
6.65%
Copper:0.12mg
6.18%
Calcium:47.04mg
4.7%
Iron:0.82mg
4.57%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.63%
Vitamin B3:0.72mg
3.62%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.06%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.53%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.08%
Selenium:0.82µg
1.18%
Source:Allrecipes