Fresh Mozzarella, Fennel and Celery Salad | Oregonian Recipes

Ingredients

• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Half a small fennel bulb
• 1 medium inner stalk celery, sliced as thinly as possible
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground toasted fennel seed (see note)
• 2 tablespoons finely sliced fresh mint leaves