Grilled Broccoli

Grilled Broccoli

Coating broccoli in a lemon juice marinade and a layer of Parmesan, then hitting it with a smoky char, makes for a showstopper of a grilled broccoli side dish.

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
• optional: grilled lemon slices and red pepper flakes

Directions

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; drain broccoli, discarding 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.