Fennel is a versatile vegetable with a mildly sweet aroma and a slightly anisy note. In season from June to November, it is readily available regionally and particularly popular in light, easily digestible cuisine. Fennel is considered to be anti-bloating, alkaline, and ideal for juices, soups, and oven dishes.
Why fennel is so healthy
Fennel offers many positive properties:
- Rich in Vitamin C – strengthens immune system & cell protection
- Anti-bloating – ideal for sensitive stomachs
- Alkaline – supports a balanced diet
- Mildly sweet – also suitable for children
- Regionally available in season
⚠️ Note: Fennel has an intense, characteristic aroma that not everyone likes, and it is not very filling.
Fennel in the kitchen – focus on your kitchen appliances
Slow Juicer & Juicer – ideal for fennel
Fennel is very well suited for juicing and excels in a slow juicer:
- fresh fennel and apple juices
- Detox juices with lemon & ginger
- stomach-friendly vegetable juices
👉 Tip: Always combine fennel with juicy ingredients – perfect for daily juice routines.
Blender – creamy & balanced
In a blender, fennel is ideal for:
- green smoothies (mild & easily digestible)
- creamy fennel soups
- fine vegetable purees
👉 Especially delicious: Blend fennel with pear or apple.
Air fryer – aromatic & light
In the air fryer, fennel becomes:
- slightly caramelized
- delicately roasted on the outside
- pleasantly soft on the inside
Ideal as a side dish or as a vegetable bowl base – with very little fat.
Bread maker – perfect complement
Fennel pairs wonderfully with:
- homemade whole grain bread
- herb or spelt breads
A great combination for light, satisfying meals.
Ice cream maker & ice cube machine
Fennel is not suitable for ice cream or sorbets, but can be used as a juice base for herb ice cubes (e.g., detox water).
Nutritional values of fennel (per 100g)
- Calories: 31 kcal
- Protein: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 7.0 g (of which sugar 3.9 g)
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Fiber: 3.1 g
Cooking tip from Nutrilovers
Before processing, remove the green parts of the fennel, halve the bulb, and cut out the core – this makes the taste milder and more refined.
✅ Conclusion: Fennel – the ideal vegetable for juices & light cuisine
Fennel is a true all-rounder for anyone who values easily digestible nutrition. It particularly excels in slow juicers, juicers, and blenders. Whether it's juice, soup, or an oven dish from the air fryer – fennel fits perfectly into a modern, healthy kitchen.
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