Tunisian Fennel Salad (Besh Besh)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 14

Tunisian Fennel Salad - A Refreshing and Crunchy Dish

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-4

Calories

160

Sugar

Fat

18g

Besh Besh, or Tunisian Fennel Salad, is a popular salad in Tunisia and North Africa. This salad is often served as a refreshing and crunchy side dish to cut through the richness of heavy stews or meat dishes. The combination of crunchy and refreshing fennel and the tangy olive oil and vinegar dressing make this dish a perfect summer salad.

Instructions

1.	Wash the fennel bulb and cut off fronds and bottom.
2.	Slice the bulb very thinly crosswise and place it in a salad bowl.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix together the olive oil and white vinegar.
4.	Pour the dressing over the sliced fennel and mix well until all pieces are coated.
5.	Season with salt and pepper to your liking, and serve chilled.

PROS

This Tunisian Fennel Salad recipe is a healthy and crunchy dish that can be served as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish.

Fennel is a great source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, which can help with digestion and regulate blood pressure.

Olive oil, known for its heart-healthy properties, adds a nice flavor to the salad.

CONS

Some people may find the anise-like flavor of fennel too strong for their taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fennel is a nutrient-dense vegetable that is low in calories, and high in fiber and antioxidants.
Its high potassium content can help reduce high blood pressure and risk of stroke.
Olive oil can help lower bad cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation, and promote heart health.

	1 fennel bulb
	5 tablespoons olive oil
	3 tablespoons white vinegar
	salt
	pepper