Prepare to embark on a taste sensation with our Zesty Shredded Fennel, Blue Cheese, and Bacon Salad, perfectly complemented by crispy garlic bread. This culinary masterpiece harmonises the bold, anise-like notes of shredded fennel with the creamy richness of blue cheese and the savory allure of crispy bacon. Each forkful is a journey through layers of textures and tastes, culminating in a delightful symphony that dances on your palate. Crowned with golden-brown crispy garlic bread, this salad is a celebration of contrasting elements that come together in a burst of culinary brilliance. Immerse yourself in this flavor-packed creation, where every bite is an invitation to experience the vibrant and zesty side of salad perfection.
3 fennel bulbs, thinly sliced or shaved
200g Food Lover’s Market Streaky Bacon, cut into cubes
200g blue cheese, broken into chunks
60ml (1/4 cup) walnuts, roasted and roughly chopped
60ml (1/4 cup) lemon juice
125ml (1/2 cup) olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon
15ml (1 Tbsp) fennel, roughly chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
125ml (1/2 cup) butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
15ml (1 Tbsp) parsley, finely chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Small baguette, sliced
After thinly slicing or shaving your fennel bulbs, make sure to rub lemon juice onto the fennel to ensure it doesn’t brown.
In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy.
On your serving dish of choice, place the shredded fennel bulbs as the base layer. Top with your crispy bacon followed by the blue cheese and walnuts.
In a small bowl or jar, combine all the ingredients and stir well. Drizzle over the top of your salad.
In a medium sized bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic, parsley and seasoning and mix well.
Slice your baguette and lightly smear the garlic and herb butter on both sides of your slices.
In a frying pan over medium heat, toast the baguette slices until golden brown and crispy.
Serve with the fennel salad and enjoy!
