Varieties
Florence fennel, also called finocchio, has a broad, white, bulbous base and is sometimes called sweet anise. Common fennel is the variety that yields fennel seeds.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Wash the bulb and the greens just before using. Fennel can be cooked or eaten raw. Slice the bulb and braise slices in olive oil and broth, or use the greens as a garnish, like dill.
Nutritional Highlights
Fennel (raw, bulb), 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 27
Protein: 1.08g
Carbohydrate: 6.3g
Total Fat: 0.17g
Fiber: 2.7g
*Good source of: Potassium (360mg), and Vitamin C (10mg)
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily Value.
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2006-09-07
