Midnight Sun Salad: Lingonberry and Fennel (Midnattsol Salat: Tyttebær og Fennikel)

Midnattsol Salat, or Midnight Sun Salad, is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of New Nordic cuisine. This salad combines the tartness of lingonberries with the subtle anise flavor of fennel, creating a delightful harmony of flavors and textures.

Midnight Sun Salad: Lingonberry and Fennel (Midnattsol Salat: Tyttebær og Fennikel)

Ingredients

  • 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh lingonberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced fennel, lingonberries, and chopped dill.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the fennel and lingonberry mixture, and toss gently to coat.
  4. Let the salad marinate for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fiber
5g
Protein
2g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Large bowl Small bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the Midnattsol Salat as a refreshing side dish to grilled fish or roasted chicken.

Tips & tricks

For an extra crunch, consider adding some toasted nuts or seeds to the salad.

Cost

$10