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Mixed greens salad with persimmons, asparagus & fennel

Mar 22, 2023 | Sides and Sauces

Persimmons are one of my favorite fall and winter fruits. While seasonally available only for a short time, their flavor is worth the wait. Replace persimmons with apples other times of year.

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOKING TIME

–

YIELD

2 servings

 

4 cups mixed greens

1/2 cup raw asparagus, chopped

1 persimmon, thinly sliced

1/4 cup fennel, thinly sliced

 

SIDE NOTE

Top this with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.

 

NUTS

EGGS

NIGHTSHADES

FODMAPS

 

Place the mixed greens on a large salad plate. Top the mixed greens with the asparagus, persimmon, and fennel.

Dress with 2 tablespoons per serving of Orange Vinaigrette.

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