Maple Balsamic Grilled Broccoli with Pecorino Recipe
Try this mouthwatering grilled broccoli recipe featuring tender florets, a tangy balsamic sauce, and pecorino cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 people 1x
- Category: Sides
- Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound broccoli, washed, trimmed, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- pepper to taste
- ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin (+ more for oiling grill)
- ¼ cup pecorino romano cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
Maple Balsamic Dressing
- Add balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and pepper to a large mixing bowl. Stir to dissolve the salt.
- Slowly add olive oil while whisking until a smooth dressing/sauce forms.
- Add the broccoli florets to the balsamic. Toss to coat to coat well and let it hang out for 10 minutes on the side.
Gas Grill
- Preheat your grill to medium-high (around 425°F). Place the florets directly on the grates and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly charred and tender-crisp.
Stove-Top Grill pan
- Preheat your grill pan over medium-high heat. A cast iron pan works exceptionally well, but any grill pan will do.
- Drizzle oil onto the pan and use a brush to coat it evenly.
- Add the seasoned broccoli florets to the hot pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until tender-crisp and slightly charred. You want those delicious grill marks!
Chared Lemons (optional)
- To char lemons, slice them into wedges or halves and place them flat-side down. Cook along with broccoli florets until charred lines appear.
Serve
- Add pecorino cheese, toss, and serve with charred lemons.