Roasted Fennel with Olives and Garlic

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Roasted Fennel with Olives and Garlic
45 min.
8
113kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of Roasted Fennel with Olives and Garlic, a side dish that is sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal. This vibrant and aromatic dish is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect addition to any dietary preference. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this culinary masterpiece for up to 8 servings.

The star of this recipe is the fennel, which, when roasted, transforms into a tender and slightly sweet vegetable that pairs beautifully with the briny Kalamata olives and the robust flavor of garlic. The addition of fresh thyme and a hint of crushed red pepper adds depth and warmth, creating a harmonious blend of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to add a nutritious and flavorful side to your weeknight meals, this roasted fennel dish is a fantastic choice. Its stunning presentation and rich flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the company of your friends and family without the stress of last-minute cooking. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch as it becomes the star of your table!

Ingredients

  • servings coarse kosher salt 
  • small fennel bulbs with core attached to each wedge trimmed (3-inch-diameter)
  • tablespoon thyme leaves fresh chopped
  • large garlic cloves crushed
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted halved
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  2. Combine fennel, olive oil, garlic, thyme, and crushed red pepper in large bowl; toss to coat.
  3. Spread fennel out on baking sheet; sprinkle with coarse kosher salt and pepper. Roast fennel 15 minutes. Using tongs, turn wedges over. Continue to roast until tender, turning 1 more time, about 20 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle olives over fennel. Roast until fennel begins to brown at edges, about 8 minutes longer. Season fennel with salt and pepper.
  5. Transfer to bowl and serve. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead.
  6. Let stand at room temperature.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories113kcal
Protein5.73%
Fat61.76%
Carbs32.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Load
2.46
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.2795651425486%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.26mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:112.5kcal
5.62%
Fat:8.31g
12.78%
Saturated Fat:1.21g
7.59%
Carbohydrates:9.84g
3.28%
Net Carbohydrates:5.75g
2.09%
Sugar:4.67g
5.19%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:387.36mg
16.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.73g
3.47%
Vitamin K:77.73µg
74.03%
Vitamin C:16.14mg
19.57%
Fiber:4.09g
16.34%
Potassium:502.99mg
14.37%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.86%
Vitamin E:1.99mg
13.24%
Folate:32.31µg
8.08%
Calcium:69.62mg
6.96%
Phosphorus:63.3mg
6.33%
Iron:1.13mg
6.28%
Magnesium:22.83mg
5.71%
Copper:0.1mg
4.97%
Vitamin A:240.98IU
4.82%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.46%
Vitamin B3:0.8mg
4.02%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.91%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.64%
Zinc:0.28mg
1.87%
Selenium:1.22µg
1.74%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.23%
Source:Epicurious