Soy-Free Simple Roasted Fennel
Elevate your side dish game with this Soy-Free Simple Roasted Fennel recipe—an irresistibly flavorful and healthy addition to any meal! This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of fennel with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme, a touch of lemon zest for brightness, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to create perfectly caramelized wedges. Ready in just 45 minutes, including prep and cooking time, this vegan and soy-free roasted fennel dish offers a simple, wholesome way to highlight seasonal produce. Perfectly tender with golden-brown edges, it pairs beautifully with your favorite mains, making it a versatile choice for weeknights or holiday spreads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large fennel bulbs
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 medium lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Trim the fennel bulbs by slicing off the green fronds and any tough outer layers. Cut each bulb in half lengthwise, then slice each half into approximately 1/4-inch thick wedges.
Place the fennel slices in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the olive oil over the fennel, then add the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to ensure the fennel is evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.
Spread the seasoned fennel wedges out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensuring the fennel is spread out will help them cook evenly and become golden and caramelized.
Roast the fennel in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the fennel slices are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the fennel is roasting, zest the lemon and set the zest aside.
Once the fennel is roasted, remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the lemon zest over the top of the fennel.
Transfer the roasted fennel to a serving dish, squeezing a bit of lemon juice over the top for a bright finish (use as much as desired, depending on your taste preference).
Serve the roasted fennel warm as a flavorful, soy-free side dish to accompany your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2497 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 3009 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
