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Simple Fennel Salad with Lemon

A refreshing and light salad combining crisp fennel and zesty lemon, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 piece fennel bulb, trimmed and very thinly sliced Use a mandoline for even slices if available.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fennel fronds
  • 1-2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 piece lemon, zested and juiced
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste cracked black pepper (or red pepper flakes) Use for additional heat if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim and very thinly slice the fennel bulb. A mandoline can be used for even thinner slices.
Mixing
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced fennel, chopped fennel fronds, olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  2. Add salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
Resting
  1. Allow the salad to sit for about 15 minutes to soften the fennel and enhance flavors.

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with extra fennel fronds for color. Best consumed fresh, though leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.