Pasta dishes are a staple of Italian cuisine and fettuccine is one of the most beloved. Paired with fennel and arugula, this dish offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The subtle sweetness of fennel and the peppery bite of arugula complement the richness of the fettuccine, creating a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. Let's jump right into a few delicious recipes that showcase this classic Italian combination.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
FETTUCCINE WITH FENNEL AND ARUGULA
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 50m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse and drain the arugula. Tear the leaves from the stems and discard the stems. Set leaves aside.
- Cut the tops off the fennel bulb. Mince two tablespoons of the feathery green part, discard the stems and cut the bulb into very thin slices. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the scallions and saute until just tender. Stir in the garlic. Add the sliced fennel bulb and continue to saute until the fennel is tender. Add the tomato and cook for about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine, stir once or twice and cook two to three minutes after the water returns to a boil. Drain the fettuccine.
- Reheat the sauce. Toss with the fettuccine in a warm serving bowl and sprinkle with the minced fennel top. Serve with Parmesan cheese on the side.
FENNEL SAUSAGE & ARUGULA PASTA BAKE
This fennel sausage and arugula pasta bake is an example of what makes Italian food so great and beloved around the world. It is easy to make and celebrates sim...
Provided by Amy Massey
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 190 degrees celcius.
- Remove the sausages from their casings.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan and fry the sausage meat until cooked.
- Add the garlic, fennel & torn basil leaves and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the tin of chopped tomatoes and season well with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta until al dente (about 2 minutes less than time on the packet instructions), then drain and set aside.
- After the 15 minutes, when the sauce has reduced and thickened, stir in the cooked pasta.
- Add the arugula and stir well.
- Transfer to an ovenproof casserole dish.
- Top with the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and whole basil leaves.
- Finish by drizzling 1 tbsp of olive oil on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
ARUGULA AND FENNEL SALAD
Steps:
- Trim the fennel bulb and reserve the fronds. Cut the bulb in half and remove the tough inner core. Using a sharp knife or a mandolin cut the fennel into very thin slices and put them into a large bowl. Cut the onion into very thin slices and add them to the bowl. Add the arugula to the bowl and give it a good toss. Pour in the olive oil and lemon juice, season it with salt and pepper, and toss it again to coat all the ingredients; put the salad onto a large platter. Using a vegetable peeler, shave thin pieces of the Parmigiano-Reggiano and scatter them over the salad. Garnish with the reserved fennel fronds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calorie, Fat 11.5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 2 milligrams, Sodium 200 milligrams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fiber 2.5 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 2 grams
FENNEL-ARUGULA SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Quarter, core and thinly slice 1 large fennel bulb; chop 1/3 cup of the fronds. Combine in a large bowl with 6 thinly sliced celery stalks and 2 cups baby arugula. Toss with 3 tablespoons each olive oil and lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste.
FETTUCCINE WITH PANCETTA AND FENNEL
Categories Milk/Cream Dairy Pasta Pork Dinner Parmesan Fennel Fall Winter Noodle Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add pancetta and garlic; sauté until garlic is pale golden, about 4 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup chopped fennel fronds, fennel wedges, fennel seeds and crushed red pepper. Cover and cook until fennel wedges are soft, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add cream; cook until reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook fettuccine in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. Toss pasta with fennel mixture and enough reserved cooking water to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Serve, passing Parmesan cheese separately.
SAUTEED FENNEL, CAPERS AND ARUGULA
Categories Olive Onion Side Sauté Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Fennel Leek Arugula Bell Pepper Spring Capers Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fennel, leek, bell pepper, capers and olives. Sauté until fennel is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add arugula and sauté 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
ARUGULA-FENNEL SALAD
A great summer or fall salad with a lemon dressing. Great for company! This makes very large portions of a side salad, so it can be for 4 to 6 people depending on the portion given.
Provided by chrissiek
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Arugula Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make the dressing by whisking the olive oil, salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice together in a small bowl; set aside. Place the arugula leaves into a large salad bowl. Sprinkle the fennel, pine nuts, grape tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese over top. Toss with the lemon dressing immediately before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 332.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
PASTA WITH FENNEL AND ONIONS
We took a cooking class and this is the recipe that we learned. We LOVE it! The fennel gives the flavor palette a unique twist. We combine it with Allrecipes' Grilled Sausage with Pepperonatta for a family-style feast!
Provided by cookinwithmom
Categories Side Dish
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim fennel bulbs, cut in half lengthwise, and remove tough cores. Thinly slice fennel bulb halves lengthwise. Peel onions, slice in half lengthwise, and thinly slice onions lengthwise.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir fennel and onions until onions are translucent, about 8 minutes. Pour in white wine, turn heat up to medium-high, and cook, stirring often, until the wine has nearly evaporated and fennel and onions begin to brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain and keep warm. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- Stir tomatoes into the fennel mixture and cook until the tomatoes soften, about 3 minutes. Mix lemon juice and pine nuts into the vegetables.
- Stir linguine into the fennel mixture and mix in reserved pasta water. Cook pasta and vegetables over high heat, stirring until hot and thoroughly combined, about 2 minutes. Serve in a large serving bowl topped with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.8 calories, Carbohydrate 57.2 g, Cholesterol 7.2 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 235.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the more flavorful the dish will be. Look for ripe fennel bulbs with bright green fronds, peppery arugula, and firm, plump shrimp.
- Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it's important to cook it just until it turns pink and opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Toast the fennel seeds: Toasting the fennel seeds will bring out their nutty flavor. Be sure to toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat, shaking the pan constantly to prevent them from burning.
- Use a good quality olive oil: A good quality olive oil will add a rich, fruity flavor to the dish. Look for an extra virgin olive oil that is made from 100% Italian olives.
- Finish the dish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or chives, will add a bright, fresh flavor to the dish. Chop the herbs finely before adding them to the pasta.
Conclusion:
This fettuccine with fennel and arugula is a light, flavorful pasta dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The fennel and arugula add a refreshing crunch and peppery flavor, while the shrimp add a briny richness. The dish is finished with a simple vinaigrette that ties all the flavors together. If you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish that is sure to impress, give this recipe a try.
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