Ingredients

•2 medium fennel bulbs

•1/4 head cauliflower, broken into large florets

•1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed

1/2 lb. zucchini, sliced thin

2/3 cup mayonnaise

•1 garlic clove, grated (use a Microplane)

•2 flat anchovy fillets in oil, chopped

•1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

•1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Preparation

Trim fennel (reserving fronds) and remove tough outer layer. Thinly slice fennel crosswise and cauliflower lengthwise (1/8 inch). Slice asparagus and zucchini on a diagonal (1/8 inch). Combine vegetables in a large bowl.

Thoroughly mix mayonnaise, anchovies, mustard, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a blender.

Toss vegetables with enough dressing to coat. Season with salt. Sprinkle with fennel fronds.