Grilled Broccoli

Side Dishes

I started using this grilled broccoli recipe in 1987 when I began cooking light. It's been a favorite side dish ever since. With its lemon and Parmesan flavors, it once took second place in a cooking contest.

Average Rating: 4.5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 5 min. + standing Grill: 10 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.

Ingredients

6 cups fresh broccoli spears
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Grilled lemon slices and red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

1. Place broccoli in a large bowl. Combine lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper; drizzle over broccoli and toss to coat. Let stand for 30 minutes.
2. Toss broccoli, then drain marinade. Place cheese in a small shallow bowl. Add broccoli, a few pieces at a time, toss to coat.
3. Prepare grill for indirect heat using a drip pan. Place broccoli over drip pan on an oiled grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. If desired, garnish with grilled lemon slices and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 107 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.