Strawberry and Fennel Salad

dinner gf lunch rsf salad Feb 12, 2023

Summer in food form! Fennel is definitely an underrated summer vegetable and happens to be an amazing source of fibre, vitamin A and vitamin C. This flavoursome salad is a great light option for lunch and makes the perfect plate to bring to social events.

 

Strawberry and Fennel Salad

Serves 2 (GF & RSF)

Ingredients:
2 cups rocket
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1 small fennel bulb, finely chopped 8 strawberries, halved
1/2 cup almond, roughly chopped 1/3 cup almond flakes
1 unwaxed lemon, juice and zest
2 tablespoons goats cheese Edible flowers to garnish
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

Method:
1. Prepare all ingredients and begin layering the salad in two seperate bowls.
2. Start with a bed of rocket, mint, basil, fennel and strawberries. Mix ingredients well.
3. Layer again with crushed almonds and almond flakes. Squeeze lemon juice over the salad and
garnish with lemon zest, goats cheese and edible flowers.
4. Pour over 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar in each bowl. Serve fresh.