Quick Fennel Slaw with Lemon Zest

2 servings

10 minutes

Quick fennel slaw with lemon zest is a refreshing Italian salad that captivates with its lightness and elegance. Fennel, with its delicate anise aroma, pairs wonderfully with bright lemon zest, adding a subtle citrus freshness to the dish. This recipe draws from the Mediterranean tradition of using fennel in salads, where simplicity and natural flavor are valued. Crunchy fennel dressed with lemon juice and fragrant olive oil becomes incredibly balanced. The light spiciness of chili flakes adds depth to the flavor, making it a versatile complement to fish, meat, or simply as a standalone dish. Fennel slaw is the perfect choice for a summer dinner or snack when you crave something light, fresh, and healthy.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 283.6
• Proteins: 0.7g
• Fats: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 2.9g

Ingredients

• Fennel: 1 head
• Olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Chili pepper flakes: to taste
• Lemon: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Grate the fennel on a coarse grater or do the same using a food processor.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fennel: 1 head

2. Grate the lemon zest finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 1 piece

3. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 1 piece

4. Mix fennel with lemon zest in a salad bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fennel: 1 head
   • Lemon: 1 piece

5. For the dressing, mix 1 tablespoon of lemon juice with three tablespoons of olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 1 piece
   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons

6. Mix this mixture with the fennel slaw well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons

7. If the fennel bulb is large, you can add dressing by mixing it in a similar proportion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons

8. Sprinkle chili flakes on top to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chili pepper flakes:  to taste