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Citrus Crudo with Bronze Fennel Microgreens

Citrus Crudo with Bronze Fennel Microgreens

15 min

· Serves 2

· Updated May 9, 2026

ChefPax Microgreens test kitchen — grown and curated in Manor, TX
Thin-sliced white fish or scallop finished with citrus, olive oil, and bronze fennel microgreens for delicate anise aroma.
seafood
no-cook
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elegant
gluten-free
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How do you use Fennel microgreens in Citrus Crudo with Bronze Fennel Microgreens?

Fennel microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. Thin-sliced white fish or scallop finished with citrus, olive oil, and bronze fennel microgreens for delicate anise aroma.

How long does it take to make Citrus Crudo with Bronze Fennel Microgreens?

This recipe takes approximately 15 min total.

What does Fennel add to this recipe?

Fennel microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.

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Ingredients

  • 6 oz sushi-grade white fish or scallops, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 orange, segmented

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 tsp finely minced shallot

  • Pinch flaky salt

  • Small handful bronze fennel microgreens

Instructions

  • 1

    Arrange fish or scallops in a single layer on a chilled plate.

  • 2

    Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, shallot, and a pinch of salt.

  • 3

    Spoon the dressing over the seafood and tuck orange segments between slices.

  • 4

    Finish with bronze fennel microgreens immediately before serving.

Nutrition Authority

Microgreens are young edible plants harvested shortly after germination. Published research reports that nutrient and phytochemical concentrations vary substantially by species, seed source, growing conditions, harvest stage, and storage, so crop-specific health claims should be interpreted cautiously.

What the evidence supports

  • Microgreens have been studied as sources of vitamins, carotenoids, minerals, and other bioactive plant compounds.

    moderate evidence
  • Nutrient composition cannot be assumed to be identical across microgreen varieties or production systems.

    strong evidence
  • ChefPax presents this crop primarily for culinary flavor, texture, freshness, and menu variety rather than as a treatment or medical product.

    strong evidence

References

ChefPax provides this section for culinary and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice.