Citrus-Kissed Arugula and Fennel Crunch Salad

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 0 min

Total 15 min

Ingredients

5 oz / 140 g baby arugula
1 medium fennel bulb, cored and very thinly sliced (reserve fronds)
1 lemon, zested and juiced (about 2 tbsp / 30 ml juice)
3 tbsp (45 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
1 / 4 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 / 3 cup (40 g) pine nuts, toasted
1 oz / 28 g Parmesan, shaved into ribbons

Instructions

1. Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring, until golden and fragrant, 3–4 minutes; cool.
2. In a small bowl, whisk lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and several grinds of black pepper until emulsified.
3. Thinly slice fennel; roughly chop a few tender fronds for garnish.
4. In a large bowl, toss arugula and fennel with the dressing until lightly coated. Fold in half the pine nuts and half the Parmesan.
5. Plate the salad and finish with remaining pine nuts, Parmesan, and fennel fronds. Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch more salt or pepper. Serve immediately.