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Shaved Fennel Salad with Lemon, Parmesan, and Pine Nuts Recipe

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4.4 from 73 reviews

  • Author: Sky
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Shaved Fennel Salad is a crunchy, bright, and refreshing dish that's incredibly simple to prepare. Featuring thinly sliced fennel bulbs dressed with a zesty lemon-honey vinaigrette, aromatic fresh herbs, toasted nuts, and a sprinkle of shaved Parmesan or pecorino, it offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Whether enjoyed as a light starter or a side dish, it can easily be customized with add-ins like orange segments, thinly sliced apples, or fresh mint for added complexity.

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Salad

  • 2 medium fennel bulbs, thinly sliced on a mandoline
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fennel fronds
  • ⅓ cup shaved Parmesan or pecorino cheese
  • ⅓ cup toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
  2. Slice the fennel: Using a mandoline slicer, thinly slice the two medium fennel bulbs to create delicate, paper-thin shavings that will provide a crisp texture to the salad.
  3. Toss the fennel in dressing: Add the thinly sliced fennel to the bowl with the dressing and toss thoroughly to ensure each slice is evenly coated with the flavorful vinaigrette.
  4. Add garnishes and mix: Incorporate the chopped fennel fronds, shaved Parmesan or pecorino cheese, toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds, and chopped fresh parsley into the salad gently tossing to distribute the ingredients evenly without breaking up the fennel slices.
  5. Season and serve: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or pepper. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and crunch.

Notes

  • Use a mandoline slicer for uniformly thin fennel slices to achieve the characteristic crisp texture.
  • To toast pine nuts or almonds, dry toast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  • For variations, add orange segments, thinly sliced apples, or fresh mint to enhance flavor profiles.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving; the fennel may soften if stored longer.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Find it online: https://skysrecipes.com/shaved-fennel-salad-with-lemon-parmesan-and-pine-nuts-recipe/