Fennel + Citrus Salad with Shallots and Capers
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A deliciously crisp, fresh salad that satisfies all your sweet-and-salty cravings!
This post may contain affiliate links.
With the warmer weather we’ve been having here in New York, I’ve been craving raw fruits and veggies. Not to mention no-cook side dishes.
This salad is super simple to put together, and it’s a nice, refreshing salad that’s perfect alongside lots of different main courses.
It’s also a great winter salad that goes well with comfort food dishes like lasagna (this Ravioli Lasagna or Skillet Lasagna with Lamb, Ricotta + Mint would both be great choices) or a piping hot serving of Italian Sausage and Peppers.
This salad was a big hit with my family. It was great alongside these Chimichurri Shrimp.
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Fennel + Citrus Salad with Shallots and Capers
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 Servings
Description
A deliciously crisp, fresh salad that satisfies all your sweet-and-salty cravings!
Ingredients
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1 ruby red grapefruit
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1 Minneola tangelo
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2-3 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots
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1 bulb fennel, cored and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
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2 tablespoons nonpareil capers, drained
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon honey (can substitute maple syrup or a smaller amount of agave to keep it vegan)
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1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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1 tablespoon fennel fronds, for garnish
Instructions
- Cut off and discard the peel and pith of the grapefruit. Cut out the supremes from between the membranes; place the supremes in a large bowl. Squeeze the juice from the membranes over the supremes. Repeat with Minneola.
- Add remaining ingredients (except fennel fronts) and toss gently to to combine. Garnish with fennel fronts and enjoy!
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23 Comments
Sylvie Shirazi
Sounds so refreshing!
Laura @MotherWouldKnow
I love fennel and so do my kids. But they used to tell me that when I put in their school lunches the other kids made fun of them, thinking that they were eating raw onions:) Now that they are grown-up, no such worries. I’d love this salad and I bet they would too.
BigFlavorsFromATinyKitchen
I didn’t like fennel until a few years ago. Now I cook with it fairly often. Hope you and your kids enjoy this one whenever you make it!
Sarah
It’s been a long time since I’ve eaten fennel! This salad sounds so refreshing- I need to go grab fennel again!
Ashley
It really is a nice, crisp addition to any meal. I don’t use fennel nearly often enough!
Cleo @Journey to the Garden
Fennel has such a refreshing and crisp taste to it! This looks like such a delicious salad!
★★★★★
Ashley
Thanks so much, Cleo! It really is a great way to refresh, especially after a heavy meal!
Jessica Robinson
Sounds refreshing and flavorful.
Ashley
It really is – I can’t believe I was afraid of fennel for so many years!
Dominique | Perchance to Cook
This salad is seriously calling my name. I love when fennel and citrus is paired together. I even like adding some carrots. This salad sounds amazing, especially this dressing. 🙂
Ashley
Ooh I bet carrots are nice in here, too. And such a nice pop of color!
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy
What a great sounding salad. I love all the ingredients….hubby would not like the shallots…but then all the more for me. I would eat this as a stand alone meal for sure.
★★★★★
Ashley
Ha! I loooove raw onions and shallots, but they definitely aren’t for everyone. #teamshallot 😉
Analida @ ethnicspoon.com
I love a sweet and savory salad like this too! There is something about the citrus and sharpness of the onions that really works for a great flavor!
Try this Turkish orange and onion salad if you have a chance: https://ethnicspoon.com/turkish-orange-and-onion-salad/ Thanks for sharing!
★★★★★
Ashley
Your salad looks fantastic, too, Analida! Turkish food is always so comforting – yum!
Elaine @ Dishes Delish
I love using fennel for a salad! You’ve got some great flavors going on here! Not only is it a pretty salad but it looks sooooo delicious!
★★★★★
Ashley
Thanks so much, Elaine! Sometimes the simplest dishes end up being the prettiest 🙂
Veena Azmanov
I never like fennel a few years ago, but these last two years I have been making them often for myself. I still cook them lightly – can’t get myself to eating them raw. Perhaps will learn eventually. Saving this to try later.
Ashley
I was in the same boat, Veena. I used to hate the flavor of fennel and licorice, but after trying it roasted (and really well caramelized), I was a total convert!
Amanda Mason
That looks like fresh dill on top…but is that the fennel fronds? The ingredients look and sound amazing in this salad! I’ll definately be giving this a try!
★★★★★
Helene
I think so I need to look up tangelo, never heard of that ingredient! The other ingredients combined otherwise sound great for the colder days. Especially the dressing sounds very exciting. 🙂
Karyl | Karyl's Kulinary Krusade
This looks like a very light and refreshing salad. I’m not a fan of the salty brine of capers, but everything else sounds fabulous. I’m going to have to try this out
Tina
This may be simple but it sounds so refreshing with the fennel and citrus. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
★★★★★