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Fresh Shaved Fennel Citrus Salad Recipe with Pistachios and Mint

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A quick and refreshing salad featuring thinly shaved fennel, juicy citrus segments, toasted pistachios, and fresh mint, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice. Perfect as a light side or starter.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly shaved
  • 2 cups mixed citrus segments (oranges and grapefruits, blood oranges optional)
  • 1/2 cup toasted pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped
  • A handful of fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the fennel bulb and pat dry. Trim off the stalks and reserve a few fronds for garnish. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, shave the bulb into thin slices about 1/16 inch (1-2 mm) thick.
  2. Segment the citrus by cutting off the top and bottom so they sit flat. Slice away the peel and white pith, then cut between the membranes to release clean segments. Collect any juice that drips and reserve for dressing.
  3. Toast the pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly golden. Let cool.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, reserved citrus juice, salt, pepper, and honey if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. In a large bowl, gently toss the shaved fennel, citrus segments, and mint leaves with the dressing. Add pistachios last to keep them crunchy. Toss lightly to combine without bruising the fruit.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Sprinkle with reserved fennel fronds and a few extra pistachios for garnish. Serve immediately or within 30 minutes for best freshness.

Notes

If prepping ahead, slice fennel and keep in cold water up to 1 hour to maintain crispness. Dress salad just before serving to avoid sogginess. Reserve citrus juice for dressing to add brightness. Use a mandoline for thin, uniform slices. Toast pistachios carefully to avoid burning. Add cheese like feta or Parmesan for a creamy contrast if desired.

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Keywords: fennel salad, citrus salad, pistachios, fresh mint, healthy salad, quick salad, summer salad, raw fennel, light side dish

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