Fennel is known for its strong anti-oxidant properties due to the presence of a number of phytonutrients.
Benefits of Fennel and its Seeds:
To prepare fennel tea, simply place 1 tsp of fennel seeds in a pot, add about 1/2 litre. Boil for 2 minutes and let it steep for another 3/5 minutes. Fennel Salad Recipe 1 celery stalk, thinly sliced 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced 1 orange, segmented - save excess juice 1 ripe avocado, cut into wedges 8 mint leaves, torn 2 -3 baby spinach leaves chopped 1 lemon juiced 1/4 tsp freshly ground coriander seed Pinch of fresh black pepper, red cayenne pepper and sea salt. Chop in a bowl. Add in turn mint leaves and seasoning and toss gently. Let the salad stand for a few minutes before serving to allow the spinach leaves to soften and flavours to meld. Enjoy ! Note: You may substitute the spinach leaves with lettuce leaves for a milder flavour.
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