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Air Fryer Roasted Fennel (Keto Side Dish) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Air Fryer Roasted Fennel (Keto Side Dish)

A lightning-fast, flavor-packed keto side dish. The air fryer transforms humble fennel into tender, caramelized wedges with delightfully crispy edges. A low-carb, vegetarian dream that pairs with everything.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 152
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz | 454 g fennel, cut into small wedges
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
  • 2 tbsp | 0.6 oz | 18 g sunflower seeds
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Uniform Slicing: Cut fennel wedges to a uniform thickness (about 1/2 inch) to ensure they cook evenly and achieve the perfect tender-crisp texture.
  • Toast the Seeds: For a deeper, nuttier flavor, toast the sunflower seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes until fragrant before sprinkling them over the finished dish.
  • Save the Fronds: Don't discard the feathery fennel fronds! Chop them up and use them as a fresh, herb-like garnish for a pop of color and mild anise flavor.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. In a large bowl, toss the fennel wedges with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the seasoned fennel in a single layer in your air fryer basket.
  4. Cook at 400°F | 200°C (400°F) for 15 minutes, or until tender and golden brown at the edges.
  5. Transfer the roasted fennel to a serving dish, sprinkle with sunflower seeds, and serve immediately.
  6. Don't Overcrowd the Basket: For the best crispy, golden-brown results, arrange the fennel in a single layer.
  7. Cook in batches if necessary to ensure hot air can circulate properly.

Nutrition

Calories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 7gFat: 4g

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