Fennel with Pecorino Cheese
Transform your next meal with the crisp, refreshing flavors of Fennel with Pecorino Cheese—a simple yet elegant dish that celebrates the beauty of fresh ingredients. Thinly sliced fennel bulbs serve as the perfect base, offering a delicate crunch and subtle anise-like flavor, while ribbons of nutty, salty Pecorino cheese add depth and richness. A bright dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of seasoning ties everything together in just minutes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional fennel fronds, this no-cook recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a light salad or appetizer, it’s a versatile addition to any table that’s as quick to prepare as it is satisfying to eat. Keywords: fennel salad, Pecorino cheese recipe, fresh appetizer, no-cook dish, easy salad recipe, Mediterranean flavors.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole Fennel bulbs
- 120 grams Pecorino cheese
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the fennel bulbs thoroughly, removing any dirt or grit from the layers.
Step 2
Trim off the fronds and stalks of the fennel bulbs. Save some of the fronds for garnish if desired.
Step 3
Thinly slice the fennel bulbs crosswise using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer for even slices.
Step 4
Arrange the fennel slices on a serving platter or bowl, spreading them out evenly.
Step 5
Using a vegetable peeler, shave the Pecorino cheese over the sliced fennel to create thin ribbons of cheese.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the fennel and Pecorino cheese.
Step 8
Sprinkle the finely chopped fresh parsley over the dish as a garnish, along with some reserved fennel fronds if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a fresh, crisp salad or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 673.2 grams (673.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 991 |
| Total Fat 80.30g | 103% |
| Saturated Fat 31.50g | 158% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 129mg | 43% |
| Sodium 5118mg | 223% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.10g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.60g | 52% |
| Total Sugars 20.80g | |
| Protein 36.40g | 73% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1105mg | 85% |
| Iron 4mg | 23% |
| Potassium 2049mg | 44% |
Source of Calories