🍊 Winter Citrus Salad with Fennel, Pistachio & Parmesan

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Serves: 4
Time: 15 minutes

Hey friends 🍊
This salad is here to do important work. Crisp fennel, juicy oranges, and Little Gem lettuce bring brightness and crunch, while pistachios and shaved parmesan add just enough richness to stand up to a winter roast.

Ingredients

  • 1 large fennel bulb, very thinly sliced (reserve fronds)

  • 2 oranges, peeled and segmented

  • 2–3 Little Gem lettuces, leaves separated and torn

  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1–1½ tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • ¼ cup pistachios, toasted and roughly chopped

  • Shaved Parmesan, to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, 3–5 minutes. Let cool, then chop.

  2. In a large bowl, combine fennel and Little Gem lettuce.

  3. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make a bright vinaigrette.

  4. Add oranges to the bowl, drizzle with vinaigrette, and toss gently.

  5. Finish with pistachios, shaved parmesan, and fennel fronds.

Notes

  • Dress right before serving to keep everything crisp.

  • Serve cold or at cool room temperature for the best contrast with warm dishes.

  • This salad scales easily for a crowd.

💛 Final Thoughts
A bright little reset on the plate—meant to cut through richness and remind you that winter can still feel fresh.

With love and citrus-stained fingers,
Stephanie | @egypsy_