Grilled Broccoli

Grilled Broccoli

grilled broccoli

Grilled Broccoli

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups fresh broccoli spears
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice plus 1-1/2 teaspoons
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tbsp salt
  • 1/4 tbsp pepper
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • Shaved Parmesan cheese and purple basil leaves optional

Instructions
 

  • Place broccoli in a large bowl. Combine the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper; drizzle over broccoli and toss to coat. Let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Toss broccoli, then drain marinade. Place cheese in a large resealable plastic bag. Add broccoli, a few pieces at a time, shake to coat.
  • Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat using a drip pan. Place broccoli over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. If desired, garnish with shaved Parmesan and fresh basil.

Notes

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.
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