Parmigiano-Reggiano with Fresh Fennel

Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Parmigiano-Reggiano with Fresh Fennel
15 min.
6
246kcal

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Discover a delightful and elegant dish that is sure to impress your family and friends: Parmigiano-Reggiano with Fresh Fennel. In just 15 minutes, you can create a gluten-free masterpiece that serves six, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering where you want to showcase exquisite flavors. This simple yet refined main course combines the rich, nutty taste of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese with the crisp, anise-like crunch of fresh fennel. The result is a visually stunning platter that offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

Whether you are hosting a charming gathering or simply looking to elevate your everyday meals, this dish shines as a centerpiece. The preparation is straightforward, allowing you to focus on the experience rather than laborious cooking times. Not only is this recipe quick and easy, but it also celebrates quality ingredients; the unique flavor of Parmigiano-Reggiano coupled with the refreshing essence of fennel creates a dish that is both sophisticated and satisfying.

Ideal for those following a gluten-free lifestyle, this recipe doesn’t compromise on taste or style. Picture chunks of aged cheese nestled beside vibrant clusters of sliced fennel, providing a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Enjoy this exquisite combination as part of a light lunch, a marvelous main dish, or an impressive dinner party offering. With nutrition in mind, this dish boasts a balanced caloric breakdown, giving you the confidence to indulge without guilt.

Ingredients

  •  fennel bulbs (sometimes called anise)
  • 0.8 lb parmigiano-reggiano 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • knife

Directions

  1. Pry off bite-size chunks of cheese with a Parmigiano-Reggiano knife or the point of a small sharp stiff knife and put on a platter.
  2. Trim fennel, discarding stalks and outer layer if bruised. Halve bulbs lengthwise and core, then cut into 1/4-inch-wide slivers.
  3. Just before serving, tuck clusters of fennel among cheese chunks.
  4. ·Chunks of cheese can be cut off 6 hours ahead and kept, covered, at room temperature.·Fennel can be cut 2 hours ahead and chilled, covered with dampened paper towels.

Nutrition Facts

Calories246kcal
Protein34.22%
Fat53.66%
Carbs12.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12
Glycemic Load
1.97
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.548260797625%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.84mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:246.44kcal
12.32%
Fat:14.8g
22.77%
Saturated Fat:9.37g
58.59%
Carbohydrates:7.52g
2.51%
Net Carbohydrates:5.1g
1.86%
Sugar:3.52g
3.91%
Cholesterol:38.56mg
12.85%
Sodium:948.88mg
41.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.24g
42.47%
Calcium:709.54mg
70.95%
Vitamin K:49.95µg
47.57%
Phosphorus:432.49mg
43.25%
Selenium:13.3µg
19%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.54%
Zinc:1.72mg
11.43%
Vitamin C:9.36mg
11.35%
Vitamin B12:0.68µg
11.34%
Vitamin A:547.34IU
10.95%
Potassium:375.08mg
10.72%
Fiber:2.42g
9.67%
Magnesium:38.21mg
9.55%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.02%
Folate:25.03µg
6.26%
Iron:1.03mg
5.75%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.41%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.38%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.85%
Copper:0.07mg
3.48%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.26%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.99%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.89%
Source:Epicurious