Fennel Salad with Mint Vinaigrette
4 servings
20 minutes
Fennel salad with mint vinaigrette is an exquisite and refreshing recipe from European cuisine that combines the delicate crunch of fennel with aromatic mint vinaigrette. Fennel, known for its light anise flavor, pairs beautifully with the sweet-and-sour vinaigrette, creating a balance of freshness and zest. The vinaigrette, made with lemon juice, mustard, and fragrant mint leaves, highlights the sophistication of this dish. After a brief marination in the refrigerator, the salad develops a rich flavor and subtle herbal notes. This salad is perfect as a light side dish for fish or white meat and can also stand alone as a dish for lovers of fresh and aromatic combinations.
1
In a blender, mix sugar, salt, lemon juice, mustard, mint, and chopped shallot. While blending, add olive oil.
- Sugar: 1.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Mustard: 0.5 teaspoon
- Chopped mint leaves: 1 tablespoon
- Shallot: 1 head
- Olive oil: 0.3 glass
2
Grate a large fennel root (or 2 medium) into thin strips using a mandoline, and transfer to a bowl.
- Fennel bulb: 1 piece
3
Sprinkle with vinaigrette, mix, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Olive oil: 0.3 glass