Grilled Fennel Delight with Olive Oil and Smoked Mozzarella
Ingredients
- 3 fennel bulbs leaves trimmed off to about 6 inches
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 slices smoked mozzarella cheese
- Sea salt
Instructions
Prepare Fennel:
- Wash the fennel, trim any browned edges, and slice in half lengthwise.
- Place the fennel in a vegetable basket, wire fish basket, or on a sheet of foil.
Brush with Olive Oil:
- Brush the fennel with extra virgin olive oil.
- Sprinkle the fennel lightly with sea salt.
Grill Fennel:
- Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- Grill the fennel, turning once, for about 20 minutes or until a skewer piercing the bulb moves through easily.
Melt Smoked Mozzarella:
- In the last moments before removing from the grill, lay a slice of smoked mozzarella cheese over each fennel half.
- Allow the cheese to melt slightly before serving.
Serve:
- Serve the Grilled Fennel Delight with a creamy touch of melted smoked mozzarella.
Notes & Wine Advice
Note:
The smoked mozzarella adds a surprising creamy touch to the grilled fennel, creating a delightful flavor contrast.
Wine Advice:
Pair this Grilled Fennel Delight with Olive Oil and Smoked Mozzarella with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. The wine’s acidity and herbal notes will complement the fennel’s natural sweetness and the richness of the smoked mozzarella.
Nutrition values
Calories: 150 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 10 g | Sugar: 3 g