Pasta with Fennel

Pasta with Fennel is a delightful Lebanese dish that combines the unique flavor of fennel with al dente pasta, creating a refreshing and aromatic meal. This dairy-free recipe is simple yet elegant, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 150 grams
• Fennel bulb - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced fennel to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, until it begins to soften.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Once the pasta is ready, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the fennel mixture, tossing to combine.
7. Pour in the reserved pasta water and lemon juice, stirring until everything is well coated. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
8. Season with salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Fennel is rich in antioxidants and can aid digestion.
• Olive oil is a healthy fat that supports heart health.

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