Hazelnut Free Pomegranate & Citrus Fennel Slaw with Mint
This slaw is a showstopper — jewel-bright pomegranate arils, juicy citrus segments, and paper-thin fennel come together in a bowl that looks like it belongs on a restaurant table but comes together with minimal effort. The anise-kissed crunch of the fennel softens just enough after a short rest, letting it soak up a honey-lemon dressing spiked with cumin and ginger for a flavor that's bright, a little warm, and completely addictive. Fresh mint and chopped fennel fronds add a herby lift that keeps every bite feeling alive. Tree nut allergies can make salads trickier than expected, since dressings and toppings often sneak in almond oils or hazelnut-based ingredients — here, every component is straightforwardly clean, and the optional pistachios are easy to leave out entirely if you need the dish fully nut-free. The dressing is whisked together from pantry staples with no store-bought shortcuts that could introduce hidden allergens. It works beautifully as a side alongside grilled fish or chicken, or piled onto a grain bowl for something more substantial. Bright, crunchy, and genuinely refreshing, this is the kind of salad that disappears fast.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 1 medium fennel bulb, fronds reserved
- 2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 navel orange, segmented
- 1 blood orange or grapefruit, segmented
- ½ cup pomegranate arils
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp fennel fronds, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp dry-roasted pistachios, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve the fennel bulb lengthwise, remove the tough outer layer and core, then slice each half as thinly as possible on a mandoline or with a sharp knife — you want translucent, paper-thin slices. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the shredded cabbage to the bowl with the fennel.
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