FENNEL SLAW
Serves: 5
FENNEL SLAW
Ready in: 8 MinTotal time: 8 Min
A Perfect Summer Side Dish... A crisp, delicious compliment to grilled chicken, fish, or even meat off the barbecue.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup golden raisins
- 1 orange, juiced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 3 bulbs fresh fennel, trimmed of tops, cored and thinly sliced
- 1 bunch, of watercress, stems removed and coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 3 to 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Chef Jamie's Original Seasoning Blend (available at Smart & Final Stores)
- OR salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place the raisins in a small saucepot along with the orange juice and balsamic vinegar. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then remove from the heat and let sit for 10 minutes to plump the raisins. Combine the fennel, watercress, chives,
- and parsley in a large mixing bowl. Add the plumped raisins along with the plumping liquid. Add the almonds and drizzle the slaw with the olive oil to lightly coat. Toss well. Season with Seasoning Blend or with salt and pepper and serve immediately.