Healthy Eating 101 Healthy Cooking How-Tos How to Cut Fennel Learn how to cut a fennel bulb for use in salads, soups and more. By Lisa Kingsley and Alex Loh Alex Loh Alex Loh is EatingWell's associate food editor. As part of the food team, she creates healthy, delicious recipes for the EatingWell audience. Alex also writes informative food and cooking articles that range from how to store ground beef to the best picks from Trader Joe's. Alex conducts product and taste tests to find the best options, from salad spinners to salsas. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on May 23, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Helen Norman Crisp, green and feathery, fennel is a healthy vegetable that adds flavor to any dish. The aromatic vegetable has a subtle sweetness and licorice-like flavor, and can be enjoyed in a raw or cooked state. Plus, the entire plant is edible, so nothing goes to waste. To make the most of the vegetable, learn how to cut a fennel bulb properly with these step-by-step photos. How to Cut Fennel 01 of 05 Step 1 Helen Norman Cut off the stalks and fronds on top of the bulb, retaining the fronds for garnish, if desired. 02 of 05 Step 2 Helen Norman Cut ½ inch off the root end on the bottom of the bulb. 03 of 05 Step 3 Helen Norman Cut the bulb in half lengthwise, from stalk end to root end, then cut those two pieces in half again, lengthwise. 04 of 05 Step 4 Helen Norman Cut out the core from each of the quarters. 05 of 05 Step 5 Helen Norman Slice or chop as desired. Once you have your cut fennel, the possibilities are endless. Try it in recipes like One-Skillet Salmon with Fennel & Sun-Dried Tomato Couscous or Arugula & Fennel Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. Or, if you're not ready to enjoy it yet, learn how to store fennel for future use. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit