Bitter radicchio mellows as it cooks with a garlicky marinade,
but it keeps its distinctive bite. Delicious with grilled fish or marinated, grilled tofu. It
also works a first course for a fancy meal.
Preparation facts
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
2 whole heads of radicchio
1/3 cup (80mL) olive oil
1/4 cup (60mL) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 Tbs (10g) fresh basil, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp (3g) salt (sea salt if on a corn-free diet*)
Basil leaves for garnish
Directions
Cut radicchio heads into quarters, and place in a shallow dish.
Place remaining ingredients (except for basil for garnish) into a small
dish. Pour over radicchio quarters. Marinate for 15–30 minutes.
Preheat charcoal or gas grill.
Place each quarter of radicchio on grill and cook, turning with tongs.
The radicchio will wilt somewhat, and turn brown at the edges.
Remove from heat and pour remaining marinade over the wilted and
slightly browned radicchio. Arrange basil leaves in an attractive pattern around the
radicchio.
* Allergy notes: People following a corn-free diet should avoid iodized
salt since it contains dextrose, which should be avoided by those allergic to corn.
Nutrition facts
Serving Size 1 serving
Calories 168
Calories from Fat 159 (95%)
% Daily Value*
28%Total Fat 18g
12%Saturated
Fat 2.4g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Monounsaturated Fat 13.3g
0%Cholesterol 0mg
12%Sodium 293mg
1%Potassium 46mg
1%Total
Carbohydrate 2g
1%Dietary
Fiber 0.2g
Sugars 0g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
1%Protein 0g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie
diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using
nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual
nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by
cooking methods.
The information presented in the Food Guide is for informational purposes
only and was created by a team of US–registered dietitians and food experts. Consult
your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any
supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications.
Information expires June 2009.
