Our Easiest Fennel Recipes

By Isadora Baum
Buckwheat Queen

For some, fennel can be an intimidating ingredient to work with. Not everyone is familiar with the taste of this veggie, and don't feel confident in knowing how to prepare it. But in reality, fennel is very delicious and easy to use in recipes, so it's worth the while to experiment with it in the kitchen. Fennel tastes like a cross between onion and celery with a dash of licorice, and is perfect in salads, dips, soups, and more. To get you started, we've gathered our 12 easiest fennel recipes to try.

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Sautéed Fennel

lutzflcat
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Could it be simpler? Just sauté fennel for an easy side to pair with fish, meat, or any other protein this spring. You can cook with just salt and vinegar to keep it basic but delicious, or you can add in more herbs or spices for extra flavor.

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Sweet Potato and Fennel Hash

Chef Mo
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Spice up your basic breakfast hash by adding in some flavorful fennel instead of onions and swapping white potatoes for sweet potatoes. 

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Fennel Soup

Caroline C
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Fennel soup has a nice velvety mouthfeel when blended with creamy ingredients. If you have other spring ingredients on hand that need using up, like peas or fresh herbs, they make wonderful additions to the soup.

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Pan-Fried Fennel

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You can pan fry fennel for a nice crispy texture and charred flavor. Use high quality olive oil and you won't need extra seasoning, you'll want the fennel's natural flavor to shine through. 

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Apple Fennel Casserole with a Coconut-Turmeric Twist

Little Bites of Beauty
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Bright in color and flavor, this unique casserole is ready in under an hour. Plus it keeps well, meaning you can prep a big batch ahead for the week. 

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Spring Salad with Fennel and Orange

SunnyByrd
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An easy salad to have for springtime barbecues, this recipe is fresh and floral, thanks to herbs, the fennel, and oranges. You can make a large batch at once to serve at potlucks or keep throughout the week. 

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Cream of Fennel Soup (Fennel Vichyssoise)

Buckwheat Queen
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This silky smooth soup is potent with wonderful flavors. Serve hot or cold!

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Grilled Fennel

Buckwheat Queen
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If you've already got the grill going for your main dish, throw a bulb of fennel on too for some smoky taste. The vegetable can be served warm, or chilled afterwards and sliced for salads. 

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Roasted Beets, Apples, and Fennel

Edie Cooper Cardinal
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A great fresh recipe that is sweet, savory, and a little tart. Add in protein for a main salad or enjoy as an easy side dish.

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Roasted Butternut Squash and Fennel Soup with Citrus

France C
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Two fall favorites, fennel and butternut squash pair up for this creamy soup. Serve with a dollop of sour cream to complete the meal.

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Roasted Carrot and Fennel Pork

France C
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Pork and fennel taste amazing together. The meatiness pairs well with the licorice flavors for a stand out dish.

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Baked Fennel with Gorgonzola

Soup Loving Nicole
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Crispy, creamy, and cheesy, this baked fennel makes for an impressive side dish that guests will never know was easy to make. 

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