Fennel and Orange Salad

15 mins

Ingredients

  • 3-4 navel oranges  
  • 1-2 fennel bulbs
  • ½ red onion 
  • A handful of fresh mint leaves
  • Tru Star roasted hazelnuts
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, pepper, and oregano to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (Optional)

Cooking Guide

  1. Prepare the Ingredients:
       
    • Carefully peel and slice the oranges (save one for using for juice)
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    • Thinly slice the fennel bulb (they don't have to be even!)
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    • Thinly slice the red onion
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    • Chop the fresh mint leaves.
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  3. Assemble the Salad:
       
    • In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced oranges, fennel, and red onion.
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    • Add the chopped mint leaves.
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  5. Dress the Salad:
       
    • Add in olive oil,  juice of one of the oranges, salt, pepper, oregano (crushing between your fingers as you add it), and red pepper flakes if using.
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    • Gently stir to coat 
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  7. Top
       
    • Crush or chop the roasted hazelnuts and top salad
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  9. Serve:
       
    • Serve the salad immediately for the best flavor and texture.