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This roasted fennel recipe is wonderful. Oven-baking mellows out the strong licorice flavor of fennel and brings out wonderful nuttiness and creaminess.

Olive oil and grated parmesan further enhance its flavor and turn it into a true delicacy!

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If you've never tried roasted fennel, you're in for a treat! The anise-flavored, crunchy bulbs are completely transformed in the oven into a wonderfully creamy, cheesy, and caramelized side dish.

The only caveat: a faint licorice flavor remains even after cooking, so if you're not a fan of this particular flavor, here are some other vegetable recipes for you to try.

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Ingredients

You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this roasted fennel recipe. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

  • Fennel bulbs: Pick ones with smooth white skin with no brown spots.
  • Olive oil: My favorite oil! It's so very tasty. Another yummy option is melted butter.
  • Kosher salt and black pepper: If using fine salt, you should reduce the amount you use by half, or the dish could end up too salty.
  • Grated Parmesan: Make sure you use finely grated parmesan and not coarsely shredded cheese.
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Variations

  • You can use melted butter instead of olive oil. It's delicious!
  • You can sprinkle the dish with garlic powder in addition to salt and pepper. I usually add ½ teaspoon.
  • Sprinkle the finished dish with a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Roasted Fennel Instructions

Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here's an overview of the steps:

  • You start by slicing the fennel bulbs. (Photos 1-2).
  • Arrange the slices in a baking dish. Drizzle them with olive oil and toss to coat, then sprinkle them with salt and pepper. (Photo 3).
  • Next, bake the fennel for 15 minutes in a 425°F oven. (Photo 4).
  • Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Sprinkle the partially cooked fennel with grated parmesan. (Photo 5).
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake the fennel until tender and browned, for about 15 more minutes. (Photo 6).
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Expert Tips

  • The reason this recipe works so well is the hot oven. You want the fennel slices to caramelize - that's when their flavor and texture transform. So make sure your oven is set to 425°F. A lower oven won't work as well.
  • Another important tip is to dry the bulbs well after you rinse them. This is another way to ensure that the fennel bakes in the oven rather than steam.

Recipe FAQs

What does fennel taste like?

Raw fennel has a strong anise flavor. Some people like it, others not so much.
Cooking transforms it, though. Oven-baking caramelizes the bulbs. It downplays their licorice flavor and brings out a nutty, delicious creaminess, further enhanced in my version by grated parmesan.

Can you eat fennel raw?

Yes. You can slice the bulb very thinly and add it to salads. It will add a licorice flavor and a crunchy texture.

Keep in mind that in its raw state, fennel has a pretty strong anise flavor, so it's best to use it sparingly.

Can you eat all parts of the fennel?

Yes. The bulb is delicious whether raw or cooked and the leaves can be chopped and added to salads.

The stalks, however, while edible, are quite tough, so I usually discard them. Although - for those who like their flavor - they can be added to soups or stews as a flavoring agent, then discarded.

Serving Suggestions

You can serve roasted fennel with any entree that you would normally serve with a starchy side such as potatoes. In other words, this is a side dish that goes with anything!

I often serve it with chicken parmesan, baked salmon, baked cod, or chicken leg quarters, because I can bake both the main and the side in the same 425°F oven.

Storing Leftovers

You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in a sealed container, for 3-4 days. Reheat them in the microwave at 50% power.

They're not as good as when freshly cooked, but they are still very tasty!

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Roasted Fennel Recipe

This roasted fennel is wonderful. Oven-baking mellows out the strong licorice flavor of fennel and brings out wonderful nuttiness and creaminess.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time30 minutes mins

Total Time40 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 3 servings

Calories: 156kcal

Author: Vered DeLeeuw

Ingredients

  • 2 large fennel bulbs about 1 lb.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup Parmesan dry-grated

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F.

  • Remove the stems of the fennel. Rinse and dry the bulbs. Slice each bulb in half lengthwise. With the cut side down, slice the bulb vertically into ½-inch-thick slices.

  • Arrange the fennel slices in a 13 X 9-inch baking dish. Drizzle them with olive oil and use your hands to coat them well. Sprinkle the fennel with salt and pepper.

  • Bake for 15 minutes. Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven, gently toss the fennel slices, then sprinkle them evenly with grated parmesan cheese.

  • Return the pan to the oven and keep baking until the fennel is fork-tender and the top is golden brown, for about 15 more minutes.

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Notes

The reason this recipe works so well is the hot oven. You want the fennel slices to caramelize - that's when their flavor and texture transform. So make sure your oven is set to 425°F. A lower oven won't work as well.

Another important tip is to dry the fennel bulbs well after you rinse them. This is another way to ensure that the fennel roasts in the oven rather than steam.

You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in a sealed container, for 3-4 days. Reheat them in the microwave at 50% power.

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Nutrition per Serving

Serving: 0.3recipe | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 389mg | Fiber: 4g

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Roasted Fennel Recipe - Healthy Recipes Blog (20) Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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FAQs

How to roast fennel Jamie Oliver? ›

Place the fennel in a baking dish with the whole unpeeled garlic cloves, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, add a pinch of sea salt and black pepper, toss well with a good splash of water, then arrange in a single layer, cover with tin foil and roast for 1 hour.

What vegetables pair well with fennel? ›

Apples, beetroot, Brussels sprouts, celeriac, corn, cucumber, garlic, grape, grapefruit, green bean, guava, kohlrabi, lemon, mushroom, olive, orange, peach, pear, pomegranate, potatoes, tomatoes, watercress, watermelon.

Why do chefs use fennel so much? ›

Though often overlooked by home cooks, this versatile ingredient is beloved by chefs for its pleasantly sweet, fresh flavor and mild aromatic character.

Is fennel bulb anti-inflammatory? ›

Both the flavorful, crunchy bulb and aromatic seeds of the fennel plant are highly nutritious and may offer an abundance of impressive health benefits. Adding them to your diet may improve heart health, reduce inflammation, suppress appetite, and even provide anticancer effects.

Why do you soak fennel in water? ›

Take a handful of fennel seeds and soak them in a glass full of water. Let it rest overnight and drink it in the morning. It enhances the absorption of vitamins and minerals in the body and thereby helps one reduce weight.

Who should not use fennel? ›

Hormone-sensitive condition such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids: Fennel might act like estrogen. If you have any condition that might be made worse by estrogen, do not use fennel.

What spices compliment fennel? ›

Spices that pair with fennel

Anise, star anise, dill seed, nutmeg, cardamom, black pepper, cumin, coriander seeds cassia, cinnamon, turmeric, cloves and fenugreek.

Is fennel good for your bowels? ›

Fennel seeds are unlikely to cause constipation. In fact, they are often used to relieve digestive issues, including constipation, as they can help promote bowel movement and ease digestion.

What are the disadvantages of eating too much fennel? ›

What Are The Disadvantages Of Eating Fennel Seeds? Excess consumption of fennel may worsen kidney disorders, slow down the clotting process, disrupt hormone-sensitive conditions, and can cause chronic skin allergies.

Is it OK to eat fennel everyday? ›

Fennel is usually safe if you eat it in normal amounts, but there are some possible risks for certain people: Allergies. If you are allergic to plants in the carrot family, you might have an allergic reaction to fennel.

What flavors go well with fennel? ›

Herbs: Fennel pairs well with fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, and thyme. Cheese: Fennel pairs well with cheeses such as parmesan, feta, and goat cheese. Nuts: Fennel pairs well with nuts such as almonds, hazelnuts, and pine nuts. Meat: Fennel pairs well with meats such as pork, sausage, and chicken.

Is roasted fennel good for you? ›

A good source of fibre as well as heart-friendly nutrients like potassium and folate means vegetables like fennel may support heart health. As a result, a plentiful intake in the diet appears to lower blood pressure and may manage cholesterol, too.

What does fennel do for a woman's body? ›

Research shows that fennel seeds may have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and antiviral effects. A 2020 systematic review found that digesting these seeds may also stimulate prolactin to help mothers naturally produce breast milk. A person can ingest fennel seeds in dishes or as an extract.

What does fennel do to the liver? ›

Both fennel and TA decreased blood glucose levels, reduced liver enzyme activity, food, and water intake, and intensity of weight loss, reduced serum triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-c), and increased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-c).

Does roasted fennel taste like licorice? ›

What Does Roasted Fennel Taste Like? The short and sweet answer is that fennel has a complex and rich flavor profile with notes of licorice, anise, and hints of mint! But there are many ways to prepare fennel and commonly people grapple with the question of is fennel better roasted or raw. We love it both ways!

Do you cook the green part of fennel? ›

Technically speaking, all parts of the plant are edible, but most people will find the stalks too tough and fibrous to eat. The leaves can be chopped and used to flavor salads, dressings, marinades and sauces. They tend to have a slightly more citrusy flavor than the base. The base (or bulb) is delicious raw or cooked.

What does baked fennel taste like? ›

Its flavor becomes sweet and caramelized: almost like roasted onions but even more irresistible! Baked fennel makes easy and elegant side dish, especially for a Mediterranean or Italian-style meal. Here's how to make it, and what we'd pair it with!

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