Description
Delight your taste buds with this simple and flavorful recipe for Roasted Fennel. Tender fennel wedges are roasted to perfection with a blend of olive oil, seasonings, and a hint of citrus, creating a delicious side dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
Fennel:
- 2 large fennel bulbs, trimmed and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Serving Suggestions:
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Fennel: Place sliced fennel on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat evenly and spread out in a single layer.
- Roast Fennel: Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Finish: Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with Parmesan, and serve warm.
Notes
- Roasted fennel pairs well with fish, chicken, or pasta dishes.
- For extra flavor, try adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary before roasting.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
