Mediterranean-style gratinated fennel is a flavorful and delicate dish, perfect for those who love the aromatic flavors of Mediterranean cuisine.
This recipe, very easy to make, combines the sweetness of fennel with the crunchiness of a gratin topping rich in ingredients like breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley (or oregano), which along with olives and capers create an irresistible and healthy side dish.
Ideal to accompany meat or fish dishes, it can become a tasty vegetarian dish.
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READ TIPS AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AT THE END OF THE RECIPE.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter, Fall, Winter, and Spring
- Energy 136.04 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 9.43 (g) of which sugars 3.58 (g)
- Proteins 4.03 (g)
- Fat 9.01 (g) of which saturated 2.03 (g)of which unsaturated 1.04 (g)
- Fibers 2.72 (g)
- Sodium 145.10 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 135 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 18.3 oz fennels (equal to 2 after trimming)
- 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 oz grated Parmesan cheese
- black olives (pitted)
- 1 tbsp pickled capers
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch fine salt
- chopped parsley
Steps
Clean the fennel by removing the tough outer parts. Preheat the oven to 375°F
Thinly slice the fennel and rinse them quickly.
Wash the cherry tomatoes, optionally remove the stems, and then cut them first into halves, then into quarters.
Combine the fennel and cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
Add the pitted olives.
Add the pickled capers.
Chop a sprig of fresh parsley and add it to the bowl with the other ingredients.
Finally, add the breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt.
At this point, add the olive oil and mix.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread the ingredients evenly. Add the grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the hot oven for about 15 minutes or longer if needed. Serve hot or warm.
Tips:
If you like, you can also add onion rings and substitute parsley with dried oregano.
FAQ
Can I use pecorino instead of Parmesan?
Sure, try to use less salt, or avoid it altogether.
Can it be prepared in advance?
Absolutely; before serving, heat slightly in the microwave or oven for a few minutes.
