Apple Fennel Slaw

If you're looking for a crisp, refreshing salad that balances sweet and savory, this apple fennel slaw is it. I used to shy away from fennel, thinking it would be overpowering. But once I started experimenting, I realized how beautifully it complements other ingredients. Its gentle crunch and subtle licorice flavor pair perfectly with sweet apple, hearty chickpeas, and a tangy honey-Dijon dressing.

Author: Balancing Bowls

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 8 Servings

Calories: 135 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 bulb - fennel
½ - apple
½ cans - chickpeas
4 - fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons - olive oil
2 tablespoons - apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp - honey
1 tbsp - Dijon mustard
1 tsp - salt
½ tsp - garlic
½ tsp - ground black pepper
½ cup - walnuts

Instructions

Slice the fennel bulb very thinly and place it in a large bowl. Add the sliced apple, chickpeas, and mint.
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, garlic, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the fennel mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top for crunch.

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