Apple Fennel Salad With Honey Celery Seed Dressing Recipe

Crisp apples and fennel unite in this refreshing summer salad, tossed in a vibrant honey-celery seed dressing. Perfect as a light lunch alongside crusty baguette and butter, or a delightful side dish. This easy 10-minute recipe is bursting with fresh flavors and textures!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 685.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Fennel Salad With Honey Celery Seed Dressing

  • Fresh Spinach
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced fennel bulb
  • Granny Smith Apples
  • Red Onion
  • Dry Mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Olive Oil
  • White Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated red onion
  • Celery Seeds

How to Make Apple Fennel Salad With Honey Celery Seed Dressing

  1. Wash 5 oz baby spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems.
  2. Dry the spinach and place it in a large salad bowl.
  3. Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced fennel bulb, 1 medium apple (cored and thinly sliced), and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion.
  4. **Make the Honey-Celery Seed Dressing:**
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons honey and whisk until well combined.
  7. Slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup olive oil and 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, whisking continuously until emulsified.
  8. Stir in 1 tablespoon grated red onion and 1 teaspoon celery seed.
  9. (Yields approximately 1 2/3 cups of dressing)
  10. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  11. Serve immediately with fresh baked baguette slices and garnish with chopped fennel fronds.
  12. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

172g

Fat

37g

Carbs

17g