Sicilian Orange Salad with Fennel Avocado and Quinoa

This easy sicilian orange salad with fennel, avocado and quinoa is a healthy one-bowl vegan meal recipe high in fibre, protein and vitamin C.

Sicilian Orange Salad with Fennel Avocado and Quinoa

Info

Nutrition per serving
NutrientAmountRDA
Net Carbs32 g11.7%
of which Sugars4.6 g5.2%
Fibers33.4 g119.5%
Fats30.9 g47.5%
of which Saturates2.9 g14.7%
of which Omega 31.3 g116.5%
Proteins17.2 g37.4%
Calcium814 mg81.4%
Vitamin A15 mcg2.1%
Vitamin C47 mg63%
Iron14.2 mg96%
Potassium1480 mg42.3%
Sodium121 mg5.3%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Kcal475 23.7%
Macro split
  • net carbs 28%
  • sugars 4%
  • fats 27%
  • saturates 3%
  • proteins 15%
  • fibers 29%
*RDA based on a 2000 kcal diet;
**Nutritional data sources: USDA, food labels.
KCAL
475 per serving
TIME
20m
HEALTH

This easy one-bowl salad recipe is inspired to the traditional Italian (Sicilian) fennel salad with orange and olives.

To spice things up and transform this light salad meal into a fully balanced one-bowl recipe, we have added delicious and nutritious quinoa, avocado and walnuts! Quinoa provides healthy carbs, proteins and fibers while walnuts and avocado provide healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Here's some more reasons why you should have this yummy vegan bowl:

  • both fennel and oranges are rich in vitamin C

  • there are tons of fibers in this recipe, over 35% of your daily recommended dose! Fibers help you regulate your digestive tract and lose weight.

So if you are looking for an easy and healthy lunch box to prepare the night before, our Sicilian Orange Salad with Fennel Avocado and Quinoa is the perfect idea for your next meal, loaded with flavors and goodness!

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Ingredients

Adjustments
Serves
Measuring System
Quinoa60 g
Bulgur Wheat60 g
Water240 mL
Extra Virgin Olive Oil2 tbsp
Lemon1
Salt to taste
Black Pepper1 pinch
Parsley1 tbsp
Thyme1 tsp
Fennel250 g
Radish50 g
Orange150 g
Avocado120 g
Olives30 g
Walnuts50 g

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa and bulgur wheat and add them to a pot with water.

Simmer for 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the grains are soft.

Step 1.1 of Sicilian Orange Salad with Fennel Avocado and Quinoa

Step 2

In the meantime, prepare the vinaigrette combining the oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, parsley and thyme in the salad bowl.

Use a lemon squeezer to extract the juice without dropping the seeds in.

Give a quick stir to combine all the ingredients.

Step 2.1 of Sicilian Orange Salad with Fennel Avocado and Quinoa

Step 3

Wash and slice the fennel and radish.

Peel the orange removing the pith and slice.

Slice through the avocado lengthwise until you feel the knife hits the pit, twist and open it. Remove the pit, scoop out the flesh and slice.

After you have prepared the vegetables (1) add a few scoops of the cooked quinoa and bulgur over the vinaigrette dressing.

Lay the vegetables over the grains and garnish with olives and walnut halves (2).

Step 3.1 of Sicilian Orange Salad with Fennel Avocado and Quinoa
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Step 3.2 of Sicilian Orange Salad with Fennel Avocado and Quinoa
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Tips

  • Try to add dices feta to this salad for a boost of proteins and calcium.

  • To make this recipe gluten-free, replace the bulgur wheat with wholegrain rice or use a combination of red and white quinoa.