If you’ve never tried grilled broccoli, this is your sign to give it a go. Fresh and bright with lemon, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes (optional), this simple side is flavorful and healthy.
How to cut broccoli for grilling
Cut the broccoli into large florets about 2″ long, leaving a bit of stem attached. The stem helps the pieces sit on the grill grates so they don’t slip through as they cook.
How to make grilled broccoli
- Cut large florets.
- Toss in a simple marinade: lemon juice, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder and red pepper flakes (optional).
- Heat the grill and oil the grates.
- Grill the broccoli until just tender and slightly charred at the edges.
Is grilled broccoli healthy?
Yes. Broccoli is high in fiber and provides vitamins and minerals such as iron, potassium and calcium. Grilling preserves flavor and texture without adding heavy fats, making it a nutritious choice.
If you like this Grilled Broccoli recipe, you might also like:
- Grilled Zucchini
- Dry Rib Rub
- Tomato Cucumber Salad
đź“– Recipe
Grilled Broccoli
An easy, healthy grilled broccoli recipe perfect for summer grilling.
5 from 1 vote
Course: Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Grilled Broccoli
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Author: Marianne
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli cut into large florets
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- Grapeseed oil for the grill
Instructions
- Heat the grill to high and oil the grates.
- Whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder and red pepper flakes. Drizzle or toss the mixture with the broccoli florets until coated.
- Place each floret carefully on the hot grates. Cook 10–12 minutes, flipping once halfway through. For larger florets, grill up to 14 minutes. Cook until just tender and edges begin to crisp.
If using a grill pan
- Lightly oil a grill pan, place it over the hot grill, add the broccoli and cook 10–12 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally to rotate the pieces.
If using foil
- Lay a large piece of foil over the hot grates, add the broccoli and cook 10–12 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
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