Piquant Grilled Broccoli & Olives
This vegetable side dish goes well with grilled meat and poultry. Or toss it with hot cooked pasta for a vegetarian entree.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
31 mins
Servings:
4 servings
Ingredients
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3-1/2 cups broccoli flowerets
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1/2 cup pitted ripe olives
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1/2 of a 2-ounce can anchovy fillets, drained and finely chopped (optional)
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2 tablespoons snipped fresh oregano or Italian flat parsley
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2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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Dash salt
Directions
1.
In a large saucepan bring a small amount of water to boiling; add broccoli. Simmer, covered, for 2 minutes. Drain well. In a medium bowl combine broccoli and olives. For marinade, in a small bowl whisk together anchovies (if using), oregano, vinegar, oil, garlic, red pepper, and salt. Pour the marinade over the broccoli and olives. Marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain broccoli; discard marinade.
2.
On long metal skewers alternately thread broccoli flowerets and olives. Grill on the rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until broccoli is lightly browned and tender, turning occasionally. Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 91, Total Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 125 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 13%, Vitamin C 121%, Calcium 4%, Iron 6%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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