Spicy Grilled Broccoli

Name: Spicy Grilled Broccoli
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 2 bunches broccoli; MARINADE:; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

My kids eat this spiced broccoli without cheese; it’s that good. It transports easily to the beach, park or tailgate party and also works on an indoor grill. —Kathy Lewis-Martinez, Spring Valley, California

Ingredients

2 bunches broccoli
MARINADE:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Cut each broccoli bunch into 6 pieces. In a 6-qt. stockpot, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place broccoli in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender.
In a large bowl, whisk marinade ingredients until blended. Add broccoli; gently toss to coat. Let stand, covered, 15 minutes.
Drain broccoli, reserving marinade. Grill broccoli, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes or until broccoli is tender, turning once. If desired, serve with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts

2 pieces: 122 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Grilled Broccoli in Grill It 2016 Bookazine