Caramelized Pancetta and Fennel Salad Recipe

Name: Caramelized Pancetta and Fennel Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bulb fennel, halved and cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 5 slices pancetta; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 5 ounces (about 6 to 7 cups) mixed salad greens; Red Wine Vinaigrette, recipe follows; 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 bulb fennel, halved and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
5 slices pancetta
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 ounces (about 6 to 7 cups) mixed salad greens
Red Wine Vinaigrette, recipe follows
2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a medium bowl, toss together fennel, pancetta, garlic, brown sugar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3
Place the ingredients on the baking sheet in a single layer.
4
Cook until the pancetta is crisp and the fennel is caramelized, about 20 minutes.
5
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
6
In a large bowl, place the salad greens, crumbled pancetta, and caramelized fennel.
7
Toss the salad with the Red Wine Vinaigrette and serve immediately.
8
Mix the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a blender.
9
With the machine running gradually blend in the oil.
10
Season the vinaigrette, to taste, with more salt and pepper, if desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bulb fennel, halved and cut into 1/2-inch wedges, 5 slices pancetta, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Pancetta and Fennel Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Caramelized Pancetta and Fennel Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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