Tart Apple & Fennel Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
A crisp, refreshing salad featuring thinly sliced apples and fennel, dressed in a vibrant raspberry vinaigrette that offers a delightful sour-sweet contrast. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 25 minutes layers medium (300g), thinly sliced Apples, (75g), fresh Raspberries, Olive oil into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium (300g), thinly sliced Apples
- 1 medium (200g), thinly sliced Fennel bulb
- 1/2 cup (75g), fresh Raspberries
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
- 2 cups (60g), fresh Arugula
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup fresh raspberries to the vinaigrette and mash with a fork until mostly smooth, then strain to remove seeds.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 2 medium apples (300g) thinly sliced and 1 medium fennel bulb (200g) thinly sliced.
- Step 4: Pour the raspberry vinaigrette over the apple-fennel mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Step 5: Add 2 cups fresh arugula (60g) and toss once more until the greens are distributed throughout the salad.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Tart Apple & Fennel Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (25 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Tart Apple & Fennel Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tart Apple & Fennel Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Tart Apple & Fennel Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Tart Apple & Fennel Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 0-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
