Insalata di Finocchio

Insalata di Finocchio is a refreshing Italian salad featuring crisp fennel and vibrant citrus, making it a perfect light dish. This salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, ideal for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Fennel bulb - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Orange - 1 medium, segmented
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Start by washing the fennel bulb thoroughly, then slice it thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
2. Peel the orange and remove the segments, setting them aside in a bowl.
3. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the orange segments.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced fennel, orange segments, and red onion.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
7. Garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 80 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 11 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, particularly vitamin C from the orange.
• Fennel is known to aid digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties.

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