Grilled Broccoli

Grilled Broccoli

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

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

Directions

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

Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size 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.