Now here’s something fun and interesting to try: grilled endive.
It’s easy too. Simply split the heads in half lengthwise, soak in the marindade and grill.
And be sure to check out http://www.endive.com for instructional videos and lots of good info.
Enjoy your weekend!
-alyce
Grilled Endive with Balsamic Rosemary Marinade
Author: Recipe & photo: California Vegetable Specialties/Endives
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Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 6 heads endive (red, white, or a combination), halved lengthwise through the root end
- For the marinade:
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons dried lavender flowers (optional)
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1½ teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
- ¾ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large non-metallic bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients. Add the endive and toss. Set aside at room temperature to marinate, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
- Prepare a grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill the endive cut side down until lightly charred, 3 to 5 minutes depending on your grill. Turn, brush with any remaining marinade, and cook until crisp-tender and lightly charred, 3 to 5 minutes depending on your grill. Serve warm.
I don’t have much experience with endive. I have been wanting to try something – this looks so good! Love grilling veggies!
Interesting, it does look like fun grilling them 🙂
I love your use of lavender and rosemary here. I’ve only used olive oil, salt and pepper in the past. Can’t wait to try this out!
I’ve seen grilled greens and haven’t tried it yet. Steak is going on the grill tonight, so it’s the perfect time to try this recipe.
This is AWESOME! I have heard of grilled Romaine, but not endive! I think they would hold together better….Thanks!
Hi Alyce,
Thanks so much for this lovely mention! Grilled California Endive is such a treat, and as you point out, so easy to prepare. We also have a video for this very recipe: http://bit.ly/qMMpv3 Happy grilling!
Best,
Casey Benedict
on behalf of Discover Endive