Easy Fennel Salad

Aug 15, 2025
by Adah Bashirian
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

0 mins
TOTAL TIME

15 mins
SERVING

4 People
VIEWS

6

This fennel salad is a vibrant symphony of flavors and textures. Crisp fennel, earthy beets, and zesty lemon combine in a refreshing and elegant side dish perfect for warm weather gatherings.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 bulb fennel, trimmed, halved, and very thinly sliced using a mandoline if possible

2 cups cooked beets, diced into 1/2-inch cubes

3 green onions, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more to taste

1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

12 g
Fiber

4 g
Protein

2 g
Saturated Fat

1 g
Sodium

189 mg
Sugar

5 g
Fat

4 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large salad bowl, combine the thinly sliced fennel, diced cooked beets, and sliced green onions. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Drizzle the fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil over the vegetables. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley and lemon zest evenly over the salad. (1 minute)

04

Step

Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to your taste. (1 minute)

05

Step

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined and the vegetables are lightly coated with the dressing. (2 minutes)

06

Step

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lemon juice or olive oil if desired. Serve immediately for the best crispness, or chill for later. (2 minutes)

For the best flavor and texture, use freshly cooked beets. Roasting the beets will bring out their natural sweetness.
A mandoline slicer makes quick work of thinly slicing the fennel. Be sure to use the hand guard for safety!
If you prefer a sweeter salad, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
This salad can be prepared ahead of time, but wait to add the dressing until just before serving to prevent the fennel from becoming soggy.
Consider adding toasted nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, for extra crunch and flavor.

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