Low Sodium Grilled Endive with Lemon and Parmesan
Elevate your summer grilling game with this elegant yet simple recipe for **Low Sodium Grilled Endive with Lemon and Parmesan**. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this dish highlights the natural bitterness of fresh Belgian endives, beautifully balanced with a zesty splash of lemon juice and the nutty richness of freshly grated Parmesan. Grilling the endives creates irresistible caramelized grill marks, adding a smoky depth to their flavor. A drizzle of heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, a dash of black pepper, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley round out this low-sodium dish, keeping it light and vibrant. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a show-stopping side dish or appetizer that’s both quick and sophisticated.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Belgian endives
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Lemon
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley
Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Rinse the endives under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Trim off a thin slice from the root end, keeping enough of the core present to hold the leaves together.
Cut the endives in half lengthwise.
Juice the lemon, setting aside 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and the reserved lemon juice.
Brush the cut sides of the endives with the olive oil and lemon mixture.
Place the endives on the grill, cut side down, and grill for about 4 to 5 minutes, until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
Flip the endives and grill for an additional 2 to 3 minutes on the other side.
Remove the endives from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter, cut side up.
Sprinkle the grilled endives with grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper to taste.
Finely chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the top for garnish.
Serve warm with lemon wedges if desired for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 503 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 626 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1977 mg | 42% | |
*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.
