Thursday, March 31, 2011

Fennel and Orange Salad (Sicily At Its Finest)

This is a refreshing salad that would almost be better served after your main course.  It has a way of lightening up the entire meal.  A Sicilian classic.  Pairing the sweet navel oranges with the licorice flavor of the fresh fennel and then a drizzle of the finest olive oil transports you right over to the Mediterranean and all of a sudden, you're on vacation.  (I go on a lot of vacations, just by closing my eyes.)

This is also as easy as it gets.  I hope you'll be enjoying it soon.


Salad with Fresh Fennel, Oranges & Scallions
Insalata di Arance

Serves 4


4 oranges, peeled and segments cut out
2 fennel bulbs, end trimmed, cut into 1 1/2" slices
1 scallion or green onion, thinly sliced
4 Tbsp. good quality extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.  Let it rest for half an hour.  Divide among plates and serve.  Afterward, go dip your toes in the water.

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