We're taking salads to a whole new level with a combination that's both refreshing and utterly delectable. Our Vegan Fennel and Asparagus Salad isn't just a feast for the eyes; it's a symphony of flavours and textures that's sure to elevate your usual salad game. The best part? It comes together in a snap!
Recipe:
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 fennel bulbs, thinly sliced
- 2 bunches of asparagus
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cups of rocket (arugula)
- Olive oil for grilling
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tahini Dressing
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt to taste
Method:
1. Preheat your grill or griddle pan over medium-high heat. Toss the asparagus in a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grill until tender and slightly charred, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
2. In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced fennel, red and orange bell peppers, red onion, and rocket.
3. For the tahini dressing, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, water, and salt in a small bowl until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more water.
4. Chop the cooled asparagus into bite-sized pieces and add them to the salad.
To serve:
Drizzle the tahini dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately.
Additional Tips:
For an added crunch, consider sprinkling the salad with toasted sesame seeds or slivered almonds before serving.
Allergy information / alternatives:
This recipe is vegan and gluten-free. Make sure to use gluten-free tahini if you're sensitive to gluten.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Protein: 9 g
- Carbs: 20 g
- Fat: 13 g
- Fibre: 6 g
- Sugar: 7 g
Note: The nutritional information provided is approximate and may vary based on the specific ingredients used and their proportions.
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