Farmers Market Feast: Grilled Radicchio with Nectarines and Parmesan

Radicchio di Treviso is a hearty Italian chicory known for its bitter and peppery flavor. When grilled,  its flavor becomes mellower and pairs perfectly with sweet nectarines and honey, spicy purple onion, and salty Parmigiano-Reggiano. Serve alongside a simple grilled steak or fish for a stunning summer meal.

By / Photography By | August 12, 2018

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4 Serving(s)
  • 1 head radicchio (di Treviso) or 2 Romaine hearts, halved or quartered lengthwise
  • 1 nectarine, pitted, cut into 1/4’’ slices
  • 1/2 small red onion, halved, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, shaved or grated
Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for grill grate
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or pomegranate vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon local honey
  • to taste sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Grill Your Greens

Heat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium heat. Brush with olive oil, then place the radicchio or romain cut side down on the grill and cook until slightly wilted and charred.

Arrange on a serving platter with sliced nectarines and red onions on top.

Make the dressing

Combine olive oil, vinegar,and honey in a small bowl. Mix until honey dissolves; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bring it all Together

Drizzle dressing over salad and finish with a sprinkle of Parmigiano-Reggiano.

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Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4 Serving(s)
  • 1 head radicchio (di Treviso) or 2 Romaine hearts, halved or quartered lengthwise
  • 1 nectarine, pitted, cut into 1/4’’ slices
  • 1/2 small red onion, halved, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, shaved or grated
Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for grill grate
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or pomegranate vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon local honey
  • to taste sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
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