Fresh, light, and fragrant, the salad with marinated anchovies combines the creaminess of avocado with the sweetness of orange and the crunchiness of fennel, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The marinated anchovies, with their savory and delicately acidic note, complete the dish by adding character without weighing it down. The avocado, left to rest for a few minutes in the juice of half a lemon, maintains a bright color and lively taste, while a simple dressing of oil, salt, and pepper harmoniously ties each ingredient. An elegant salad in its simplicity, ideal as a refined appetizer or a light but flavorful dish. Naturally gluten and lactose-free.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
Ingredients
- 1 avocado
- 1 orange
- 1 fennel
- 3.5 oz marinated anchovies
- salt
- pepper
- 3 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 lemon
Tools
- 1 Knife
- 1 Mandolin slicer
- 1 Plate
Steps
Cut the avocado in half with a knife and remove the central pit.
Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh gently separating it from the skin.
Drizzle with lemon juice and slice thinly lengthwise.
Arrange the avocado slices on a serving plate.
Peel the orange and use a knife to remove the segments.
Place the orange segments on the avocado along with the marinated anchovies.
Finally, clean the fennel from the tougher parts and slice it with a mandolin slicer after washing and drying.
Add the fennel and dress with oil, salt, and pepper.
Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Tips
You can prepare it up to an hour ahead, otherwise the avocado will tend to oxidize and the fennel will release its natural moisture.
You can add toasted pistachios or slivered almonds or even my Crunchy Seeds in Soy Sauce for a crunchy note
For a richer version, add shavings of aged Pecorino or black olives.
For a richer version, add shavings of aged Pecorino or black olives.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use anchovies in oil instead of marinated ones?
Yes, but the flavor will be more intense and less fresh.
Can I substitute the avocado?
Of course. Great alternatives are green apple or pear.
