**Grilled Broccoli over Blue Cheese Dressing: A Delightful Combination of Flavors**
Grilled broccoli is a healthy and flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a balanced meal. When paired with a creamy and tangy blue cheese dressing, it becomes an irresistible treat that tantalizes the taste buds. This article offers two delectable recipes: Grilled Broccoli with Blue Cheese Dressing and Grilled Broccoli with Lemon-Herb Dressing. Both recipes feature simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, making them perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. The grilled broccoli is charred to perfection, while the blue cheese dressing adds a creamy and tangy touch. The lemon-herb dressing, on the other hand, provides a refreshing and zesty flavor profile. Whether you prefer the classic combination of blue cheese or the vibrant burst of lemon and herbs, these recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings.
GRILLED BROCCOLI OVER BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
Try a fresh and flavorful new way to prepare broccoli topped off with a crunchy Rice Krispies topping. This recipe comes from Stephanie Izard, chef of Girl & the Goat restaurant in Chicago.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make the blue cheese dressing: Place heavy cream, 1 1/4 ounces blue cheese, brown sugar, salt, and red-pepper flakes in a medium saucepan; cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until blue cheese is melted. Remove from heat and fold in sour cream and remaining 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese; set aside.
- Make the Rice Krispies topping: In a medium skillet, heat butter and vinaigrette over medium heat until butter is melted. Add crisp rice cereal and toss to coat; cook until cereal is lightly toasted and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the grilled broccoli: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Place broccoli in a large bowl; add vinaigrette and toss to coat. Place broccoli on grill and cook, turning, until broccoli is charred.
- Meanwhile, heat 1/3 cup blue cheese dressing over medium-low heat until warmed through, reserving any remaining for another use. Spread heated blue-cheese dressing on a serving plate; top with grilled broccoli. Sprinkle Rice Krispies topping over broccoli and serve.
EASY GRILLED BROCCOLI
A simple recipe for grilled broccoli with a hint of spice if you choose. This is the prefect side dish you can throw on the grill after you pull the meat up to rest.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Place broccoli florets in a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the broccoli and toss to coat. Add salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper and toss to coat again.
- Place broccoli in a grill basket and grill, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 328.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
BROCCOLI WITH BLUE CHEESE SAUCE
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories side-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the flour. Cook, whisking constantly, until the butter begins to toast the flour, about 3 minutes. Add the rosemary and nutmeg and whisk for 15 seconds to toast. Add the milk. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally. Add the blue cheese and whisk until melted. Set aside over low heat to keep warm.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of ice water and set aside. Line a tray with paper towels.
- Trim the broccoli stems and break the heads into equal-size florets. Add the broccoli to the boiling water and let cook until bright green and tender but still with a slight resistance when pierced with a knife, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the broccoli to the ice bath for about 10 seconds just to shock and stop the cooking. Using a spider or a slotted spoon, transfer the broccoli from the ice bath to the paper towel-lined tray. Give the tray a good shake to get any excess water off the broccoli. Set aside.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter together with the olive oil in a large cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the broccoli and toss gently with a wooden spoon or tongs to coat. Cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the broccoli from the heat and ladle the warmed blue cheese sauce over the top. Garnish with the minced Fresno and freshly ground black pepper.
GRILLED BROCCOLI
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. -Alice Nulle, Woodstock, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 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. , Toss broccoli; drain broccoli, discarding marinade. Place cheese in a small shallow bowl. Add broccoli, a few pieces at a time, toss to coat., 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 : Calories 107 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHEESY GRILLED BROCCOLI
During grilling season, don't forget the veggies! Grilling veggies provides a whole new dimension and depth of flavor. Wow your guests with this easy-to-make recipe.
Provided by bd.weld
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Broccoli
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Toss broccoli, oil, pepper, garlic powder, and salt together in a bowl. Make sure broccoli is well coated.
- Grill broccoli, turning as needed, until lightly browned and fork-tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate and top with Cheddar cheese and red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 315 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
ULTIMATE BROCCOLI - BLUE CHEESE CASSEROLE
This recipe has been slightly modified to suit the taste of people who prefer a little more taste in the casserole. Other recipes for Broccoli and Blue Cheese casserole are often runny, have only a slight flavor to them, and over cooked broccoli. We make this at Thanksgiving, Christmas, 4th of July, and other special occasions. It is the only dish of our 9-12 other dishes that doesn't ever make it to the refrigerator since it is completely gone on the first pass around the table. It is considered dessert by my 14 year-old son because it is so delicious.
Provided by Michael67
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 1 dish, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Steam or boil broccoli florets until just cooked, about 2-3 minutes - drain water well.
- In a large saucepan melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour. Add cream cheese, blue cheese, salt, and milk. Stir over heat until smooth. Stir in broccoli being careful to not break apart broccoli and pour into an 8x8 or 9x9 oven-safe dish.
- Mix 6 tablespoons melted butter with cracker crumbs until well combined. Stir in 1 cup of cracker mixture into broccoli mixture. Pour mixture into a casserole dish.
- Bake covered for 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle the top with remaining cracker crumbs. Return to oven and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- This can be prepared the day before and you will need to add 25 minutes to your cooking time if it has been refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 20.4, Cholesterol 93.5, Sodium 778.5, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 8.3
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm broccoli crowns for grilling. Cut the broccoli into 1-inch florets and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the broccoli florets over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Make the blue cheese dressing by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, crumbled bacon, chives, and parsley in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the grilled broccoli over the blue cheese dressing and enjoy!
Conclusion:
Grilled broccoli over blue cheese dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The broccoli is grilled to perfection and the blue cheese dressing is creamy and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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