This stuff makes me smile. I had to substitute a few ingredients and used what I had. I appreciate your review. Hi Nancy! Thank you, Cris! Thanks so much for your review. Think a replacement to coleslaw. I think some roasted and cooled asparagus would be good, too. Hey Ella! Actually, during our recent holiday in Croatia, I sent my husband shopping and asked him to bring some fresh dill. I omitted the cranberries because I usually find them too sweet, and the goat cheese because I was serving it with something cheezy- but I’m sure it’d be fantastic with it in there. My absolute favourite! So good for us! @2018 - Where Is My Spoon. Hooray! BTW as I type this, potatoes and carrots are roasting in my oven for your carrot/lentil/miso/parsley/red potato recipe because 1) today is my mom’s birthday 2) She is OBSESSED with anything involving potatoes and 3) never have I ever made one of your recipes that I was 100% in love with. I also wanted to add the idea to list your comments from most recent to least recent. Glad you enjoyed this one. This salad is wonderful and such a good keeper. Apple and fennel make a fabulous salad… I replaced the dried cranberries with sliced fresh strawberries for a lower sugar alternative and it tasted great! the kale … yum … i really need to start making salads with kale at home – so delicious. I’ll admit that licorice-flavored fennel was a bit of an acquired taste for me, but now I can’t get enough of it. Thanks! Somebody had given me a 2 pound bag of dried cranberries and I wondered what to do with them. Thank you! In a large bowl, whisk the 3 tablespoons of olive oil with the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Likely going to reprise it with avocado for a vegan Thanksgiving dinner salad. Love this salad, plan to make it many more times and it’s a great salad to make over the holidays! I made the salad for a dinner party, and it was a big hit. I bet it will be extra tasty with your home-grown kale. Change it up: Trade other fall/winter produce for the fennel and apple. Instagram ⋄ Pinterest ⋄ Facebook, Subscribe to our email newsletter! There were some leftovers, so the next day I added a chopped avocado to bulk them up. And I like it so much, I had to make it myself as soon as possible. I’ve never tried fennel (anything licorice-like scares me away) but I’d totally be willing to give it a try in this salad. Wow, you are quick, Wendy! I’m writing a post about cooking with whole foods on my own blog, and I’d like to share this with full credit. Add the fennel and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4 minutes or until slightly golden. I’ve always thought the anise flavor is more pronounced in cooked form. Thanks :). This salad was DELICIOUS!!! Halve, core and slice the apple as well. Kale, fennel and apple salad is not only gorgeous but it's SO incredibly delicious too. Kale salads keep well in the refrigerator for a couple of days, which means this salad is a great candidate for your lunchbox! Email me when Kate or another C+K reader replies directly to my comment. So happy it pleased a bunch of meat eaters! I love fennel and bet it is wonderful combined with apple! I love fennel and have for years. Slice it really thin, and fill in the spaces between the apple slices. Just wanted you to know we make this salad like weekly. If your fennel bulb has lots of fronds, you can use them for salads, for instance, they add a wonderful slight licorice flavor. ha! Believe or not I’ve been avoiding Kale for the last 5 years thinking it was a ‘fad’ but this recipe changed my mind. I ate it as a solo large salad for lunch. This salad is so so delicious! Drizzle dressing over the salad, just enough to lightly coat the kale once tossed (you might have some leftover dressing). Heat the butter and oil in a large pan. I am baking a batch of your Maple Pumpkin muffins as I type, haven’t tasted yet but they smell devine… Two C&K recipes in one night! No, ya know what, I’m going to say it….. this is the best salad I have ever had in my entire life, and I have had A LOT of salad. Adjust the taste with a little salt and freshly ground black pepper. Made it for a supper club last night and it was such a hit. Grilled Tuna with Apple Fennel Salad Summer is the perfect season for grilling, and we love hey modest marce ’s tasty recipe for Grilled Blue Circle Yellowfin Tuna. There may be affiliate links within the post, see my. p.s. I made this for a potluck at work today and everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. Cut the Manchego into batons about 2 inches long by one-fourth-inch thick. Fennel is a bulbous vegetable with a long top that has fronds looking very much like dill. I thought this salad would be too “out there” for people to try, but it’s been a big hit. This Spiralized Apple Fennel Salad is great as a snack on its own or as a side, especially one accompanying a pork chop or ribs. This salad was delicious! Since it is summer I substituted a gala Apple and can’t wait for fall to try the honey crisp. It’s a great pack-for-lunch option. They carry organic but not the selection I get at Wild By Nature (a King Kullen division)which is 5 minutes from my house. I'm probably making a big mess in my Kansas City kitchen right now. The fennel is such a perfect touch – cannot wait to use it more often. That’s a lot of apples! I bought more fennel during this time than during the last 5 years or so, I would say… I love fennel now! :) I might try to make this as a Thanksgiving side dish… yum! (Be careful!) Before that I even taught bread-making in my own kitchen with no more than 6 students. Guuuurrrlll, you know I’m a MAJOR kale enthusiast, so you don’t have to tell me twice! … Thanks for letting me know! I am growing kale for the first time and trying all the recipes I can find. Ate it three days in a row. Hi Erika, thanks for asking! I will feel more confident making kale salad in the future. Slice the fennel lengthwise very thinly, preferably with a mandolin. Very satisfied. Crispy, Crunchy Apple Fennel Salad with Walnuts and Honey Estimated time: 10 min When apple first met I’m really happy to hear that, Jacklyn. But then my Mother, my best bread eater who lived with me her last 16 years, passed away and then I was told I was gluten intolerant so no more bread making. Ah-mazing!! One final selling point before I go. This recipe yields 2 large, full-meal salads or 4 side salads. Perfect for pulled pork, fish tacos and all your summer cook outs! I had 5 slices from each half. I’ve had fennel in salads in restaurants, but I’ve never tried it myself. Although I am not a big fan of Fennel, I will give it a shot and let you know how it goes :) P.S. We really enjoyed this salad tonight. I’m always jabbering on about my new favorite kale salad and waxing poetic about kale salads in general. Who knew. Love the layout of your site though, and photos, and the name… Your site is a winner amongst many plant based recipe blogs. This salad looks super yummy… How much would you say it makes (2 people, 3 people)? Even the toddler tried it! ), This looks absolutely delicious! I had never had fennel before today and it tastes great! Happy Nesting! Sprinkle the sugar and some sea salt on top and, stirring gently, let the sugar caramelize slightly, about 1 minute. Adjust the taste with a little sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Thanks, Teti! Thank you so much, Liz! Wonderful, Janice! I really appreciate that our palates are similar, so I can always count on the fact that I will LOVE your recipes. From simple healthy soups to sumptuous cakes for special occasions, all our recipes have been tried and loved by our family and our friends. If you made the recipe, please choose a star rating, too. I often try to convert my guests to kale-lovers too ;) I think this would be lovely at Thanksgiving to lighten things up! The slices will be thinner than the fennel slices, about 5-6 slices from each apple half. Pair the grilled fish with a zesty salad of tart Granny Smith apples, fennel, and gorgonzola, to bring out its delicious natural flavors. This salad is SOOOOOO good! x. Honeycrisps are the bessssssst!! Question’ does the kale need to be washed before rubbing with the salt? And yes, I think it’s time! Add the apple slices and cook for 3 more minutes, turning the fennel and the apple slices on all sides as well. ▸ Categories Christmas, egg free, fall, favorites, gluten free, nut free, pack for lunch, recipes, salads, side dishes, soy free, Thanksgiving, tomato free ▸ Ingredients apples, fennel, goat cheese, kale, kale salad, pepitas, Vegetable enthusiast. This unusual fall salad came together in a flash and brightened up my day. My fennel was pretty chunky, but the goat cheese and apples were the dominant flavors anyway. https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/celery-apple-and-fennel-slaw I used a Pink Lady, btw, and it worked fine. (In summer I eat plums, nectarines, apricots & all kinds of berries but they are no longer available, especially organic which is what I normally buy so I start with Apples; Pears spoil too quickly so I only buy what I can eat that day.I wait a while before I buy citrus (except for lemons and limes),). This has to be the best salad I’ve ever had. The apples and fennel bulb are sliced matchstick thin with a mandoline slicer (or julienne peeler) then tossed with a creamy, yet healthy dressing of non-fat Greek yogurt and honey. Cut the Fennel vertical side, and remove the core. Dog lover. So, now here in Ohio I have grown Kale in my raised beds so I can make it myself. I know, I know. Thank you, Ellen! I made this and it is a great salad! This refreshing winter salad is drizzled with a light vinaigrette dressing that ramps up the flavors of fennel and apple – 10 minutes and a total crowd pleaser! Braised fennel makes a beautiful, very aromatic and flavorful side dish for roasted chicken or fish. Keep some of the fennel fronds for sprinkling over the finished dish. It's a super simple dish to put together and a perfect part of a healthy array of salads to accompany meat, fish or as an all-vegetable spread. My picky father and sister ate this salad like it was the best thing ever. I also love using the green part of the fennel. I might be in love. Diced avocado is nice with this salad if you want to make up for lost creaminess. Thanks, Jena! Thanks, Erica! Still trying to convince the husband :) Fennel sounds perfect in this salad. Use a chef’s knife or mandoline to slice the fennel as thin as possible. Storage suggestions: This salad keeps well in the fridge, covered, for a couple of days. I hope you all enjoyed that dish. I can’t wait to make this. If you know you’re going to eat it the following day, though, I’d hold off on adding the pepitas, lest they lose their crunch. I’m not a big fennel fan, but the shaved fennel has a mild fennel flavour that is perfect in this salad. Loved the subtle lemon overtones in the dressing. I’m so glad you enjoyed the salad. Thank you so much for your creative ideas! This is the fall I try fennel for the 1st time (I KNOW)! I’m making this for the kiddos lunch tomorrow…still need to invest in a madoline. Hello! Thanks for the note. Can kale salads please be your biggest chapter in the upcoming book? Yes, it’s beautiful and you have got so many useful tips in here. Fennel is not one of the world’s most popular vegetables, due to that particular anise/licorice taste that one has to learn to appreciate, I suppose. Happy belated birthday to your mom! It looks like it would make a really yummy lunch for me to take to school and show off in the teachers lounge:). It reminded me a little of Waldorf salad (which I love) with the apples and sweet dressing. To carry in my lunchbox, I prepared the dressing the night before and cut the apple, kale and fennel just before leaving for work. Thank you! So many interesting flavors and it couldn’t have been easier to prepare. To prepare the kale: Use a chef’s knife to remove the tough ribs from the kale, then discard the ribs. Loved this salad! Place the bulb, cut side down, on the working surface. Always free • Unsubscribe anytime, The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Now I know! Thank you! Transfer the chopped kale to a big salad bowl. When preparing the fennel for this braised fennel dish, I leave part of the core where it is. If you have a question, please skim the comments section—you might find an immediate answer there. Definitely considering adding this to my thanksgiving sides lineup! My boyfriend sometimes makes faces at my kale salads and he loved it! Sounds like we are palate twins (is that weird?). I loved your idea of roasted buatternut squash and added it in with the apples and it was delightful. They can be used for teas and for spicing up many dishes. Benriner mandoline, for slicing feathery strips of fennel. And the best thing about it is that the braised fennel I made at home was even better than the one served in the restaurant. Now I know what to do if I can’t get to the store. He brought fennel fronds, a whole bunch of it. Not sure why I waited so long to try this one – just exceptional. (It's all free.). Nutritional information is not always accurate. This turned out delish! Add the celery, fennel, apples and basil and toss to evenly coat. We need to talk about the salad dressing for a second. If eating as a dinner salad or small lunch salad, I would pair with great toasted garlic bread or bruschetta. Thanks for letting me know, Paige! This salad is our new favorite and we’re making it again tonight. Well, I’ll take it! To make the dressing, put garlic, … I put it in every salad we ate during the holiday…. A real trick to this one is to get really firm apples, the firmer the better. Remove the tougher bottom of the fennel and part of the core. Yummy! Drizzle that with a little of the lemon champagne vinaigrette and prepare to fall in love. Yes! The apple should also become golden. To make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients until emulsified. The creamy goat cheese added a nice element of decadence :). Fennel and kale and goat cheese is super tasty! Microplane zester, for removing zest from lemon. Thanks for reading, Stephanie. This particular braised fennel recipe can also be enjoyed as it is, as a light vegetarian meal with some crusty bread on the side. Cookie and Kate is a registered trademark of Cookie and Kate LLC. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Cut the apples in half and then … The apple … More about Cookie and Kate », Follow us! I love that you can dress a kale salad in the morning and it won’t be soggy at lunch! Can't find fennel… Just the recipe needed to switch up my kale salad routine! See our, Please let me know how it turned out for you! As alwars, you knocked this salad out of the park, thanks Kate! I bought a new chef’s knife, a NuWave oven and cook top, a tiny blender (I cook for 1 after years of cooking for 7) and all kinds of gadgets most of which are great, and some go back! Thanks, Lindsay! I made this salad exactly as written. My whole family, including the kids, ate it all up. Perfectly sweet and juicy! Wow, no, I haven’t! Heat the butter and the oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan. I say: bring on the kale! I made it recently to bring to a family get together. Thank you so much! Hope you enjoy the salad. Chop the kale leaves into small, bite-sized pieces. Arrange the salad on the serving plate. I made this salad last night for dinner and had the leftovers this afternoon for lunch and both were absolutely delicious! © Cookie and Kate 2010 - 2020. This recipe is excellent! I am a big fan of fennel! http://www.youtube.com/sparklesandsuch26. made it with Butternut Squash roasted and cubed per Bittman and it was amazing! Love this recipe. In the winter I sometimes eat a whole fennel (minus the tops) between lunch & supper. I appreciate the review. Accessibility Policy ⋄ Comment Policy ⋄ Nutrition Disclaimer ⋄ Photo/Recipe Policy ⋄ Privacy Policy, Subscribe to our newsletter! Kale, fennel, and apple are a favorite combination around these parts. But once you’re there, you will just love fennel. To prepare the salad: Add the cooled pepitas to the salad bowl. I too am a lover of kale salads and especially like that leftovers last so well in the fridge. Kale is one of my absolute favorites. It originates in the Mediterranean area, but nowadays it is grown in many parts of the world. This salad is delicious! Yours version with apples looks scrumptious, Adina. I absolutely love fennel and apple together. I love this salad. I’ve made salads with fennel, roasted fennel and I have even tried a soup… which I didn’t like much, so I have to work some more on finding a really good soup recipe. This salad is a show stopper when entertaining, but is also super easy to pack for lunch. I think I have four kale salads on my cookbook list, all new! Fennel with its light aniseed and apple with its tart sweetness together make for a triumph in taste. I adore this fennel flavored zucchini soup or this albondigas in tomato sauce with fennel seeds. Did I tell you yet how much I love your blog?! Thanks Kate (& Cookie) – another great recipe. Stir a few times in between to make sure that the fennel cooks on all sides. Made this salad tonight and absolutely loved it! It was amazing. A definite keeper. (The cabbage may need more salt, so taste as you go.) Awesome!!! Thanks for the recipe! This one sounds excellent — you have to love cranberries & goat cheese. Substituted the pepitas for sliced almonds and shredded parmesan for goat cheese. This recipe is the whole reason I bought myself a zester : ). Thank you, Cynthia! Wow, this was so good! Hi, Bridget – I’m happy those picky eaters enjoyed it! Thank you, Kate! It might just change your mind about fennel. Just fabulously filling and palate-pleasing! Add the lemon juice, remove the lid and cook for 1 more minute until all the liquid reduces to a glaze. I was hoping to have some leftovers for the next day but the whole lot got gobbled up! Slice off the fennel stem tops and root, then halve. It was a big hit. Can’t wait to try your version with kale and of course, goat cheese! I used slivered almonds instead of pepitas (laziness – I had almonds in the cupboard, but not pepitas). I do think the goat cheese adds a lot too! Yum does not describe how good it is. 1 tablespoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest (from about 2 lemons) ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh Meyer lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard ¾ teaspoon … And your tips to prepare the kale helped a TON!!! I’m sorry, I don’t allow other websites to publish my full recipes. I haven’t seen organic fennel except once on Fresh Direct. I just haven’t known what to do with it. Add ¼ cup of vinaigrette and toss. I’m with you on your love for kale salads! Great to hear, Margaret! :). Healthy kale salad featuring shaved fennel, chopped honeycrisp apple, toasted pepitas, dried cranberries and goat cheese, tossed in a lemony dressing. fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Everything looks amazing! I’ve made 2 so far and love them both, can’t wait to make them all. The fennel bulb has that distinctive anise taste, it is firm, fresh and very crunchy. Still learning to love fennel…I do like it roasted on burgers though! Luckily, I have enough ingredients to continue whipping this up throughout the week. I tried out Fresh Direct when they offered me two months no delivery charge. Or chicken on this (if you eat meat) would be great too. I really love raw fennel! this was a delicious and healthy and refreshing fall salad! I’m so glad you’re back in the kitchen again. Thanks for the recipe! I am not a fan of anything licorice and the anise taste of fennel was not something I particularly enjoyed. Hi Shirley! I substituted pomegranate seeds for the cranberries since they’re in season. I’m impressed that you can polish off a whole fennel between lunch and supper. I’m glad you enjoyed the salad! I agree with you, the sides are where it’s at! Hail to the mighty kale! Fennel is a plant belonging to the carrot family. This salad is fantastic and my new favorite. my 4 year old helped me make it and gobbled it up! Massaging the kale is where it’s at. You can discard the stalks, I tried cooking them a few times, but they always remain though. I am about to try your recipe, but until I do I am not going to rate your recipe! Thank you for your hard work I make one of your recipes at least once a week! Add the fennel slices and cook for about 4 minutes until the fennel is golden. I’m making this for my in-laws tonight :). What a lovely combination! Summer CSA Week #4 – Penn's Corner Farm Alliance says: June 15, 2018 at 8:58 am […] Recipe: Fennel Apple Salad, Tuscan Braised Fennel, Pasta with Roasted Fennel and Lemon […] I used blueberries instead of cranberries. I’m sorry, that was totally an oversight on my part. I actually just made your apple, fennel and kale salad (with smoked gouda in place of goat cheese) and it was phenomenal. I eat this weekly now. Thanks! So many wonderful things in this salad! Awesome! Looks great! It is delicious! :), For some reason I thought this comment was on your Thanksgiving sides post, lol. Add the vegetable broth, cover the pan and braise the fennel and the apples for 3 minutes. Ingredients 3 tablespoons lemon juice, plus more to taste ½ teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste Freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 large I’ve never made a version with fennel before but now it’s all I can think about. So tasty! I appreciate your review. This was delicious! It can be eaten raw in salads, it can be grilled, roasted or braised. (You will not be subscribed to our email newsletter. Your kale salads are absolutely delicious. Hooray! All Right Reserved. Thanks, Sarah. It will take about 1 minute. Delicious! :). The fennel was a surprising, but delicious, addition. Kale, fennel, cabbage and green apples is tossed and topped with pistachios, shaved pecorino and black pepper. BTW, your photos are gorgeous! This vibrant seasonal salad is an ideal way to showcase your favorite apples--just be sure to use ones that are super crisp, tart, and sweet, and keep the peels on to add color and texture. More people should absolutely be eating kale salads! I was able to cut about 5 thick slices from each fennel half, my fennel was of medium size and the slices about finger-thick. I always pre-wash my produce. THIS SALAD OS EVERYTHING. I’m excited you loved it, Melissa! I have never been big on licorice, but I love finely sliced, raw fennel. Hooray! In … Halve and core the apple. Using a mandolin slicer, thinly slice the fennel bulb. Thank you, Ginny! Especially since they stay viable as leftovers. Once again I have everything this recipe needs, already stocked in my pantry. Of course I’m nuts over Honeycrisp, but I think the addition of goat cheese makes this salad even more mouthwatering! Personally, I’m a total fan of fennel, especially in salads. I made it again on Sunday and plan on doubling the recipe for Thanksgiving. If your fennel is larger, cut more slices. I like fennel, so I think I’d like this dish as well. This salad looks absolutely gorgeous! Recipe: Celery Root, Fennel, Pear and Apple Salad with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette houstonchronicle.com - Greg Morago. Welcome to the blog. I’m not-so-secretly plotting to convert all visitors into kale salad enthusiasts, so I’m crossing my fingers you’ll give this salad a shot. Sprinkle with the reserved fennel fronds and serve immediately as suggested above. This salad, though! Thanks, Kate! Stir gently for 1 minute until the sugar caramelizes slightly. I’m amazed that your toddler tried fennel—I didn’t eat fennel until I was probably 25 years old! Make it dairy free/vegan: Skip the goat cheese. Thanks again for another wonderful, healthy recipe! Cheers, Cris. To prepare the remaining salad ingredients: Chop the apple into small, bite-sized pieces. While I’m here, I’ll give it a proper rating. I usually add more syrup and less mustard to the dressing because I like it sweeter and it’s perfect. Still came out delicious. If you’d like to share one of my photos and link over to my post for the recipe, that would be fine! This was yummy! Also, the salad is nice served on individual plates with the goat cheese sprinkled over the top. Fennel Apple Salad with Cider Tahini Dressing – A crunchy flavorful salad with fennel, apple, walnuts and pomegranates dressed with a creamy, sweet and tangy vegan dressing. This is a looker, it is. Love me some homemade kale salads. We were a bit skeptical about the fennel, and I admit I only added a bit at first… then I had a test bite…. I didn’t have any cranberries so I chopped up a few dried figs. Hi Joanna, I’m so glad you enjoyed your first fennel experience! Thinly slice Fennel bulb and apple, preserve the Fennel frond. Apple, Fennel, and Salami Salad is an easy working lunch that really hits the spot with a sweetly satisfying dose of crunch. This salad looks delicious! I,Ve made it every week since I found it. Cut the halves into wedges/thick slices. I ended up adding the rest of the sliced bulb! Thanks so much for the review. Amazing salad with a phenomenal dressing! Leave a comment below and share a picture on. Thank you, Emily! This recipe has also revealed the beauty of the honeycrisp appleton me. Hello! I cook fresh, vegetarian recipes. Your comment made me smile. All of these look so good. 7,000 varieties. Thank you, Samantha for sharing. Thanks for commenting! love kale salad. Thank you for your review. It looks fantastic! Thanks for your review. Thanks for saying hi! You make my meal planning so much simpler. Transfer the prepared apple and fennel to the salad bowl. Add the apple slices and cook for 3 more minutes, turning the fennel and the apple slices on all sides as well. Cut the fennel bulbs in half, lengthwise. Cut the long stalk and the fronds using a chef’s knife. ;). Stir a few times in between to make sure that the fennel cooks on all sides. Thank you, Stacy! I made it as a test run the Saturday before Thanksgiving and my father-in-law ended up having seconds and said he doesn’t even think he has had kale before! Thank you, Taylor! Victory!! Glad to hear there are more kale salads in your future. I love that is keeps in the fridge, that’s really handy. Bet it was tasty with quinoa. The taste of […] Reply. Digging this! {"cookieName":"wBounce","isAggressive":false,"isSitewide":true,"hesitation":"30","openAnimation":false,"exitAnimation":false,"timer":"","sensitivity":"","cookieExpire":"30","cookieDomain":"","autoFire":"","isAnalyticsEnabled":true}, Several twists of freshly ground black pepper. Beautiful, fast, easy recipe! Fennel and I had a complicated relationship for a long time… There are only a few things I don’t like when it comes to food and especially to vegetables, fennel was one of them. Our free email newsletter delivers new recipes and special Cookie + Kate updates! Thank you! Today. I will look into it! Add the vegetable broth, cover the pan and cook on medium low heat for further 3 minutes. I made it and added a little cold quinoa for a bit more protein as this was my post-run meal. I enjoy them raw or roasted. This was fantastic, and was a great make ahead. Thank you, Erin! It is nice to see suggestions of people who just made the salad last week, rather than 2 years ago. This salad is delicious and to my surprise it was devoured by my 2 and 4 year olds, who rarely eat salads. Thanks for the recipe :), Happy to hear it, Brianna! Start by arranging the sliced apples around the platter. This helps the fennel wedges hold together (more or less) during cooking. I think cubed and roasted butternut squash would be delicious. Great recipe. Sprinkle the sugar and some sea salt on top. Sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt over the kale and massage the leaves with your hands by lightly scrunching big handfuls at a time, until the leaves are darker in color and fragrant. Everyone raved about it! I never would have guess it, but then again, pumpkin is a berry and peanuts are legumes. Cut the fennel tops and bottoms. Braised with apples sounds delicious and sounds like a good place for me to start with cooking with fennel. Add the apple slices and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 3 minutes until golden. Fennel apple salad is a must make! I’m so glad you enjoyed this salad with your family. Toss fennel, apple, clementine segments, kalamata olives, and Swiss chard together in a large bowl. I used sultanas as I couldn’t get a hold of dried cranberries and added avocado as well. Can’t wait to try. Love this salad girl! Braised fennel and apples in the pan or skillet, a quick and delicious side dish. Homemade and easy, this salad is covered in a creamy mustard and mayo dressing. Wonderful, Diari! I’m absolutely loving your quick salad recipes and can’t wait to try some of them out. Easy to make and super delicious. You just feel good serving it to them. I’ll definitely be making this again. Who doesn’t love a good kale salad? I’m glad you tried it anyway, Catherine! My family cooked a bunch of meats in a smoker and, being a vegetarian, I wanted to bring something healthy and tasty. I love fennel & cranberries so decided to try it. I tried this salad when I visited my son (and family) in San Diego. Simply divine. Great to hear, Elieen! I love that you used fennel – it’s one of my favourite ingredients and it’s so under-utilised! Everyone went home with a loaf. Reserve some of the fronds and set aside. It is fresh and aromatic and it stands out in any dish. 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