Chive Salad with Fennel, Orange and Walnut Salad
Today I will guide you to discover a salad that is a true ode to Mediterranean freshness.
Imagine the crunchiness of fennel marrying with the citrusy sweetness of Tarocco orange, all enhanced by the earthy note of walnuts. But the real master’s touch, the spark that ignites the palate, comes from our protagonists: chive SALATÌ. These savory cookies, with their delicate herbaceous fragrance and irresistible crunchiness, are not just a side dish, but a key ingredient that elevates every bite, adding a dimension of flavor and texture that will win you over. Get ready for a surprising and refreshing taste experience!
Ingredients for the recipe
- 1 large, crispy fennel
- 1 orange (Tarocco variety)
- 40 g of walnut kernels
- 4-5 savory cookies: SALATì with chives
- EVO oil, salt, pepper
Procedure:
1
Prepare the finocche and orange
Clean the fennel and slice it thinly with a mandolin.
Peel the orange “sharply,” removing the white part, and cut it into rounds or wedges.
2
Now it’s the nuts’ turn
Coarsely chop the walnut kernels.
3
Create your own salad
Combine fennel, oranges, and walnuts in a bowl. Season with oil, salt, and pepper.
Plating:
4
Serve now!
Break up the cookies with your hands and add them to the salad just before serving to keep them crunchy. They will add an extra flavor and texture.
A Perfect Balance of Flavors and Textures
And here we come to the end of this sensory journey. You have in your hands a salad that is more than just a side dish: it is an explosion of harmonious contrasts, a delicate balance between crunchiness and softness, sweetness and savoriness. The freshness of fennel, the citrus explosion of orange, and the richness of walnuts find their perfect counterpart in chive SALATÌ. These cookies not only bring a delicious aromatic note, but also contribute significantly to the texture of the salad, making it irresistibly inviting to the very last bite. A light, yet incredibly satisfying dish that will leave you with a smile and a desire to replicate it again and again.
Perfect pairings for your tasty salad.
A good pairing enhances and improves the dish. Here are our selections to accompany your fennel and orange salad with chive SALADS:
Recommended Wines: Elegance and Freshness
- Vermentino di Sardegna: Its minerality, freshness and citrus notes marry beautifully with fennel and orange, while its savoriness cleanses the palate and pairs perfectly with SALATÌ.
- Falanghina del Sannio: A white wine from Campania with good structure, floral and citrus scents, and a pleasant acidity that balances the sweetness of the orange and the crispness of the dish.
- Greco di Tufo: Another great white from southern Italy, with intense aromas of yellow fruit, mineral notes and marked acidity. Its complexity ties in well with the variety of salad flavors.
Alcoholic Drinks: Cocktails That Impress
- Gin & Tonic with a slice of orange and a sprig of thyme: The freshness of the gin, the citrus notes of the orange and the aromaticity of the thyme recall the flavors of the salad, while the tonic adds a pleasant effervescence.
- Cynar Spritz: An interesting variation on the classic Spritz. The bitterness of the Cynar, with its herbaceous notes, blends well with the chives of the SALATÌ and balances the sweetness of the orange.
- Paloma: Tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice and soda. Its citrusy freshness and slight bitter note pair beautifully with Mediterranean salad flavors.
Non-alcoholic Drinks: Freshness for All
Even without alcohol, you can create pairings that enhance the recipe.
- Water flavored with cucumber, mint and lime: A super-refreshing option that enhances the freshness of fennel and orange without covering up the flavors.
- Fresh pink grapefruit juice with a splash of agave syrup: The bitter note of grapefruit bonds well with orange, and the agave syrup adds a touch of sweetness without weighing it down.
- Jasmine Ice Tea with Orange Peel: The floral scent of jasmine and the citrus notes of orange create a delicate and elegant combination that is perfect for cleansing the palate.
Choose the pairing that best suits your taste and the occasion to make your Chive Salad with Fennel, Orange and Walnut Salad an unforgettable experience!
