Mediterranean-Style Gratinated Fennel in Air Fryer: When we’re in the mood for a side dish that brings color and flavor to the table, Mediterranean-style fennel is the ideal choice. Perfect for accompanying meat, fish, or vegetarian dishes, they are the solution for quick yet unforgettable dinners. This dish reminds us of the warm summer days, with simple and genuine flavors that win over every palate.
This Mediterranean fennel recipe is inspired by an idea from Benedetta Rossi. It’s a tasty and light side dish, ideal for accompanying meat, fish, or enriching a buffet. With just a few steps, you will get a fragrant dish rich in Mediterranean flavors.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Electric oven, Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, Winter
- Energy 145.09 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 13.90 (g) of which sugars 5.33 (g)
- Proteins 6.49 (g)
- Fat 7.22 (g) of which saturated 2.95 (g)of which unsaturated 3.83 (g)
- Fibers 1.78 (g)
- Sodium 459.87 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 200 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
To prepare the Mediterranean-style fennel, you will need simple and genuine ingredients: fresh fennel, cherry tomatoes, olives, and a pinch of herbs. A perfect mix to bring to the table a tasty and healthy side dish!
- 2 fennel
- 1 onion (red)
- 1 cup cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup cups breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup cups parmesan
- 1/2 cup cups taggiasca olives
- to taste chopped parsley
- to taste salt
- olive oil
- to taste pepper
Steps
This Mediterranean fennel recipe is inspired by an idea from Benedetta Rossi. It’s a tasty and light side dish, ideal for accompanying meat, fish, or enriching a buffet. With just a few steps, you will get a fragrant dish rich in Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredient Preparation: Cut the fennel into wedges and slice the onion into half-moons. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Assembly: Line a baking tray with parchment paper, distribute the fennel, onion, cherry tomatoes, and olives.
Gratinating: Sprinkle with breadcrumbs, grated cheese, salt, and pepper. Add a generous drizzle of olive oil and a handful of chopped parsley.
Cooking: Mix with your hands to combine the ingredients. Bake in a preheated fan oven at 375°F for 25 minutes. Alternatively, in a static oven at 390°F for 25 minutes.
Serving: Serve the fennel hot from the oven to enhance the crispiness of the gratin.
Storage: Keep leftover fennel in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer before serving.
Notes: Customize the recipe by using white onions or shallots, and replace the cherry tomatoes with potatoes or other seasonal vegetables.
Serving: Ideal as a side dish for roasts or as a vegetarian appetizer.
Mediterranean-Style Gratinated Fennel
FAQ
Can I use another type of cheese for the gratin?
Absolutely! Pecorino or Grana Padano are great alternatives for a more intense flavor.
How can I make the dish even lighter?
You can skip the cheese and use only whole wheat breadcrumbs for the gratin. Cook everything in an air fryer for 15-18 minutes at 375°F.
