Lemon-Roasted Fennel with Parmesan

Name: Lemon-Roasted Fennel with Parmesan
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 medium, halved lengthwise fennel bulb; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1, zest and juice lemon; 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme; 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 tsp salt

Tender fennel roasted with lemon zest and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a bright, aromatic side dish.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

2 medium, halved lengthwise fennel bulb
2 tbsp olive oil
1, zest and juice lemon
1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place 2 halved medium fennel bulbs cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 2: Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt, then rub to coat evenly.
Step 3: Roast for 20 minutes until edges are golden and fennel is tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 4: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tsp chopped thyme, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 5: Return to oven for 3-4 minutes until cheese melts and fennel edges crisp slightly.