Diary of a Foodie

Arugula and Fennel Salad With Black Olives and Cherry Tomatoes

Diary of a Foodie: Season Two: Baja: The New Provence

Serves4 (first course)
  • Active Time:15 min
  • Start to Finish:15 min
ADAPTED FROM CHEF JAIR TÉLLEZ, RESTAURANT LAJA, VALLE DE GUADALUPE
February 2008
  • 2 small fennel bulbs (1 lb total), stalks cut off and discarded
  • 4 oz arugula, coarse stems discarded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup Niçoise or other brine-cured black olives
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Equipment:

    an adjustable-blade slicer
  • Cut fennel into paper-thin slices with slicer, then combine with arugula, tomatoes, and olives in a large bowl. Add oil and lemon juice and toss to combine well. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
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