Radicchio has a delicious bitter edge that softens slightly when it's grilled. It makes a tasty side dish, either simply dressed alongside grilled meat, poultry or fish, or shredded to make the salad variation (below).
- Portion size 4 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: June 2012
Ingredients
Method
Leaving cores intact, cut radicchio in half (cut large heads into quarters); thread onto skewers. Brush with half of the oil; sprinkle with half each of the salt and pepper.Grill, covered, on greased grill over medium-high heat, turning often, until wilted and lightly browned and centres are softened, about 10 minutes. Transfer to platter. Drizzle with vinegar and remaining oil; sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper.
Nutritional facts Per serving: about
- Sodium 307 mg
- Protein 1 g
- Calories 113.0
- Total fat 10 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Saturated fat 1 g
- Total carbohydrate 5 g
%RDI
- Iron 5.0
- Folate 16.0
- Calcium 2.0
- Vitamin C 10.0
