How to Make Spring Salad with Fennel and Orange - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spring is a time for fresh, vibrant produce, and there's no better way to celebrate the season than with a crisp and refreshing salad. This Spring Salad with Fennel and Orange is the perfect dish to welcome the warmer weather, bursting with the bright flavors of fennel and citrus. This salad is not only delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make, making it a great choice for a quick and healthy meal or a colorful side dish for a springtime gathering.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag mixed salad greens
  • 1 medium orange, peeled and broken into sections
  • 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • ½ cup dried cranberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Make the dressing: Whisk together sugar, vinegar, oil, basil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until sugar dissolves.
  • Make the salad: Toss salad greens, orange sections, fennel, onion, almonds, and cranberries together in a large bowl.
  • To serve, pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
  • Nutrition

    158 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 19mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 55mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 282mg