Fennel, Fruit and Mixed Green Salad

Fennel is a plant species in the carrot family. It’s wonderful for helping the body remove toxins, great for urinary tract health, and contains a good amount of fiber. But besides all the health benefits fennel has a licorice sweet taste with anise seed undertones. Paired with blueberry, apple, tangerine, and mixed greens, this salad makes the perfect entrée or side dish.

Salad Shopping List:
2 Cups of mixed greens. Feel free to use tripled wash mixed greens in a bag
2 Fennel bulbs. Remove fronds and stalks, cut out core and thinly slice
¼ Cup of fresh blueberries
1 Tangerine, peeled and sectioned
½ Apple, washed and cored
2 Tablespoons of mint or parsley, chopped
2 Tablespoons of cashews, crushed (optional)

Salad Dressing Shopping List:
1 Teaspoon of Dijon mustard
½ Teaspoon of honey or brown sugar (if vegan)
½ Lime, juiced
2 Tablespoons of cold pressed olive oil (virgin)
Sprinkle of sea salt and pepper

Method:
1. Whisk well all ingredients for the dressing in a big bowl.
2. Add all ingredients except the mixed greens and mint in the bowl with the dressing.
3. Fold together gently (not to puncture fruit) until fennel and fruit are well coated.
4. Spread the mixed greens on a platter or in a big salad bowl.
5. Arrange the fennel and fruit mix on top of the mixed greens. Top with mint and crushed cashews.
Enjoy!