Grilled Fennel on the Bbq Anise in French
Elevate your next barbecue with the rustic elegance of Grilled Fennel on the BBQ, a French-inspired dish that transforms this underrated vegetable into a smoky, caramelized masterpiece. Featuring tender fennel slices brushed with a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice, this recipe brings out the natural anise-like sweetness of fennel while adding irresistible grill marks for visual appeal. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese, this quick and healthy side dish is not only simple to prepare but also a perfect complement to grilled meats or as a light appetizer. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes on the grill, this recipe is ideal for summer gatherings or anytime you're craving a unique, garden-fresh flavor. Keywords: grilled fennel recipe, BBQ fennel side dish, French-inspired fennel.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole Fennel bulbs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional, grated)
Directions
Step 1
1. Preheat your barbecue or grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
2. Rinse the fennel bulbs under cold water and pat them dry. Slice each fennel bulb lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices, keeping the core intact to hold the layers together.
Step 3
3. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
4. Brush the fennel slices generously with the olive oil mixture on both sides.
Step 5
5. Place the fennel slices onto the preheated grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and have softened but still have a slight crunch.
Step 6
6. Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Step 7
7. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and optional grated Parmesan cheese for an added touch of flavor.
Step 8
8. Serve warm as a side dish or light appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (551.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 582.7 |
| Total Fat 45.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2606.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.4g | |
| Protein 10.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 361.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2031.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories