Grilled Fennel with Black Olive Sauce

4 servings

10 minutes

Grilled fennel with black olive sauce is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the delicate sweetness of fennel with the rich flavor of olive sauce. The grill reveals its natural caramel notes, adding a light smoky aroma. Black olives, garlic, and lemon juice create a harmonious balance that highlights the freshness of herbs—parsley and basil. This dish is perfect as a light appetizer or side to fish and meat dishes. Its origin is linked to Mediterranean culinary traditions where grilling and aromatic herbs hold a special place. Served warm or at room temperature, it unveils its flavor palette with each bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 92
• Proteins: 0.7g
• Fats: 8.8g
• Carbohydrates: 3.1g

Ingredients

• Fennel: 2 head
• Olive oil: 1.5 tbsp
• Pitted olives: 2 tbsp
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Parsley: 17 g
• Basil: 17 g

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the barbecue or grill pan.

2. Slice the fennel lengthwise into 1 cm thick pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fennel: 2 heads

3. Mix fennel with 1 tablespoon of oil. Fry for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fennel: 2 heads
   • Olive oil: 1.5 tablespoon

4. To make the sauce, mix olives, garlic, lemon juice, and the remaining oil in a bowl. Add chopped herbs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pitted olives: 2 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
   • Olive oil: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Parsley: 17 g
   • Basil: 17 g

5. Place the fennel on a plate and drizzle with sauce. Serve warm or at room temperature.