Shave the fennel by cutting away the stalks close to the bulb, chopping it in half, cutting away the core, and then using a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice it into half-moon slices.
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and toss to combine. Then leave it to marinate for 15 minutes.
Serve garnished with the fennel fronds (or some dill/parsley).Optionally serve with mint leaves, chopped walnuts, or shaved parmesan cheese. Sumac also pairs well with this salad.
Notes
What to do with fennel fronds? Fennel fronds are the "hairy" leaves at the top. They can be used similarly to soft herbs. Use them insalads, sauces, vinaigrettes, soups,garnishdishes, etcWhat to do with fennel stalks? The young shoots and the inflated base of the leaves can be consumed like celery. I like adding them to stews orsoup stocks, likehomemade vegetable stock. You can also use them as a "bed" underneath roasted meats (likeroast chicken) or fish.Check the blog post for more information about fennel as well as other cooking methods to enjoy this vegetable.