Mediterranean Diet Friendly Smoky Paprika Fennel & Citrus Slaw
Crisp fennel, jewel-toned red cabbage, sweet orange segments, and tender shredded carrot come together in a slaw that looks as vibrant as it tastes. The dressing is where the magic happens — smoked paprika and cumin give it a warm, earthy depth, while fresh orange and lemon juice keep everything bright and lively. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ties it all together in the way that makes this style of eating so satisfying without feeling heavy. Letting the slaw rest for ten minutes before serving is a small but important step; the vegetables soften just enough to soak up all that smoky citrus flavor. Optional pumpkin seeds add a welcome crunch, and the reserved fennel fronds make the whole bowl look genuinely beautiful on the table. This is the kind of dish that works alongside grilled fish, tucked into a wrap, or honestly just eaten straight from the bowl.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 1 medium fennel bulb, cored and very thinly sliced, fronds reserved
- 2 cups red cabbage, very thinly shredded
- 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and segmented
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice (from the segmented oranges)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh fennel fronds, roughly chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Segment the oranges over a small bowl to catch the juice: slice off the top and bottom of each orange, stand it upright, and cut away the peel and pith following the curve of the fruit. Slice between the membranes to release each segment. Squeeze the spent membranes over the bowl to collect the juice; measure out 3 tbsp for the dressing.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, 3 tbsp orange juice, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cumin, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color.
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