Grilled Radicchio

Transform your next barbecue with this elegant yet simple Grilled Radicchio recipe, perfect for adding a gourmet touch to your meal. This dish showcases the bold, slightly bitter flavor of radicchio, beautifully balanced by a tangy-sweet balsamic and honey vinaigrette. Quickly caramelized over medium-high heat, the radicchio develops a smoky char and tender core while staying delightfully crisp on the edges. With a quick 10-minute prep and optional Parmesan garnish for added depth, this recipe is a showstopping side dish or unique salad base. Whether you're serving it alongside grilled meats or as a vegetarian centerpiece, Grilled Radicchio is as versatile as it is delicious, bringing vibrant flavor and visual appeal to your table. Perfect for summer grilling or any time you crave a smoky, sophisticated twist on fresh greens!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Radicchio heads
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F).

Step 2

Remove any wilted or damaged outer leaves from the radicchio heads. Rinse and pat them dry.

Step 3

Slice each radicchio head in half lengthwise, keeping the core intact so the leaves stay together.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 5

Brush each radicchio half generously with the vinaigrette on all sides.

Step 6

Place the radicchio halves cut-side down on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the edges start to char.

Step 7

Flip the radicchio and grill the other side for another 3–4 minutes until tender and lightly charred.

Step 8

Remove the radicchio from the grill and let it rest for 1–2 minutes.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the grilled radicchio for added richness.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or salad base, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	146.1 grams (146.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	354

Total Fat 31.00g	40%
Saturated Fat 6.20g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 1356mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 14.00g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1.00g	4%
Total Sugars 8.60g
Protein 5.40g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 138mg	11%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 308mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.2%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 15.7%