Grilled Radicchio
Transform your next barbecue with this elegant yet simple Grilled Radicchio recipe, perfect for adding a gourmet touch to your meal. This dish showcases the bold, slightly bitter flavor of radicchio, beautifully balanced by a tangy-sweet balsamic and honey vinaigrette. Quickly caramelized over medium-high heat, the radicchio develops a smoky char and tender core while staying delightfully crisp on the edges. With a quick 10-minute prep and optional Parmesan garnish for added depth, this recipe is a showstopping side dish or unique salad base. Whether you're serving it alongside grilled meats or as a vegetarian centerpiece, Grilled Radicchio is as versatile as it is delicious, bringing vibrant flavor and visual appeal to your table. Perfect for summer grilling or any time you crave a smoky, sophisticated twist on fresh greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 Radicchio heads
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F).
Remove any wilted or damaged outer leaves from the radicchio heads. Rinse and pat them dry.
Slice each radicchio head in half lengthwise, keeping the core intact so the leaves stay together.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Brush each radicchio half generously with the vinaigrette on all sides.
Place the radicchio halves cut-side down on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the edges start to char.
Flip the radicchio and grill the other side for another 3–4 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
Remove the radicchio from the grill and let it rest for 1–2 minutes.
Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the grilled radicchio for added richness.
Serve warm as a side dish or salad base, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
85 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 266 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 75 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
