Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl Gaucho PortlandFennel & Spinach Salad Recipe

Fennel & Spinach Salad Recipe

Inspired by El Gaucho Portland
Time20m
Serves4

arugula, walnuts, jicama, apples, beets, dried cherries, lemon vinaigrette [GF]

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the arugula, spinach, and apple. Thinly slice the fennel and roast the beets until tender, then dice them.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, spinach, sliced fennel, jicama, diced beets, and apple slices.

  3. 3

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and dried cherries over the salad.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

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