Baked Fennel with Herbs

Baked Fennel with Herbs is a fragrant Moroccan-inspired dish that beautifully melds the sweet, anise-like flavor of fennel with aromatic herbs and spices. This delightful vegan dish is perfect as a side or a light main course, bursting with Mediterranean flair.

Ingredients

• Fennel bulbs - 2 medium-sized
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Trim the fennel bulbs by removing the stalks and cutting them in half lengthwise, then slice each half into 1 cm thick wedges.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and vegetable broth. Mix well to create a marinade.
4. Add the fennel wedges to the marinade and toss gently to coat them evenly.
5. Transfer the coated fennel to a baking dish and arrange them in a single layer.
6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
7. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the fennel is tender and slightly caramelized.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from herbs.

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