This recipe for grilled radicchio with blue cheese is a delicious and unique twist on a classic salad. The bold flavors of the radicchio are enhanced by the creamy blue cheese, creating a dish that is sure to impress. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a side dish for a special dinner, this dish is easy to make and sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
Ingredients
- 1 head of radicchio
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Directions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut the radicchio into quarters, leaving the core intact to hold the leaves together.
- Brush the radicchio quarters with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the radicchio for 2-3 minutes per side, until charred and slightly wilted.
- Remove the radicchio from the grill and place on a serving platter.
- Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over the grilled radicchio.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve immediately.
Interesting Facts
Radicchio is a type of leaf chicory that is popular in Italian cuisine.
Blue cheese is a type of cheese that is characterized by its blue or blue-green veins of mold.
Grilling radicchio helps to mellow its bitter flavor and brings out its natural sweetness.