Grilled Radicchio with Blue Cheese

These grilled radicchio wedges make a colorful side to accompany most any grilled main dish. The sweet, acidic flavor of the balsamic and creamy blue cheese tame the natural bitterness of the radicchio.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 144 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
• 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
• 1 head radicchio
• 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped pistachio nuts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set dressing aside.

Step 3

Cut radicchio head into 4 wedges. Brush wedges with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and lightly sprinkle with salt.

Step 4

Place wedges on the preheated grill; grill until lightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate and top with pistachios and blue cheese; drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.