התמונה להמחשה בלבדBaked salmon with fennel & tomatoes
Cooking With KidsAn elegant, balanced fish dish that pairs the delicacy of fresh salmon fillet with the unique aroma of roasted fennel and the sweetness of blistered cherry tomatoes. The bright acidity of lemon and the savory notes of olives create a vibrant Mediterranean celebration, perfect for a light yet sophisticated dinner that commands attention at any table.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Instructions
- 1Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas
- 2Trim the fronds from the fennel and set aside. Cut the fennel bulbs in half, then cut each half into 3 wedges. Cook in boiling salted water for 10 mins, then drain well. Chop the fennel fronds roughly, then mix with the parsley and lemon zest.
- 3Spread the drained fennel over a shallow ovenproof dish, then add the tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil, then bake for 10 mins. Nestle the salmon among the veg, sprinkle with lemon juice, then bake 15 mins more until the fish is just cooked. Scatter over the parsley and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 304
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbs
- 2.8g
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
To ensure the fennel comes out soft and melt-in-your-mouth tender, slice it very thin and toss thoroughly with olive oil and salt before roasting. This helps it caramelize perfectly with the salmon. Add Kalamata olives or a bit of lemon zest for a deeper Mediterranean flavor. It's a fun task for kids to help arrange the colorful tomatoes around the fish before it goes into the oven.
Culinary reasoning
An elegant, balanced fish dish that pairs the delicacy of fresh salmon fillet with the unique aroma of roasted fennel and the sweetness of blistered cherry tomatoes. The bright acidity of lemon and the savory notes of olives create a vibrant Mediterranean celebration, perfect for a light yet sophisticated dinner that commands attention at any table.
