Our Easy Grilled Broccoli is so simple to make, you only need 3 simple ingredients and about 15 minutes! You will have perfectly tender, slightly charred broccoli to enjoy with all of your summer meals.
Quick & Easy Grilled Broccoli Recipe
On those busy weeknights, this side dish is a must! It is so simple, delicious, and healthy! The perfect addition to any meal, especially if you are grilling your main course. Just throw these veggies on the grill next to it and enjoy. Plus, the clean-up is minimal and in my book that is always a perk! Tossing broccoli on the grill gives it a really great smoky flavor that is so good!
Looking for More Ways to Cook Broccoli?
If you love it as much as we do & have a smoker, you definitely need to try our Smoked Broccoli!
What You Will Need
- raw broccoli florets – we love picking up a fresh head of broccoli from the farmer’s market or the local grocery store works too.
- extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil – either will do the job to help perfectly brown and give a little char to the crispy edges of the florets.
- kosher salt – the perfect simple seasoning for any grilled vegetables at your next cookout.
How To Grill Broccoli
Begin by preheating an outdoor grill to a medium-high heat and place aluminum foil (or grill pan) on the grill grates to begin heating. While that is heating, you can cut the broccoli into even-sized florets, toss them in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, massage the oil in with your hands, and sprinkle on the salt.
Let the broccoli pieces cook, at a medium heat on the hot grill, for 6-8 minutes or until fork-tender on the inside and enjoy!
Best Ways To Serve Grilled Broccoli
We love adding this easy side dish to a meal that we already have on the grill, such as some amazing grilled steaks, a grilled pork tenderloin, or a grilled spatchcock chicken. It’s so nice to just add it to the grill instead of getting another pan dirty. You could also cook broccoli on the grill and then add it to another recipe, for some added protein, like broccoli bacon salad, vegan roasted garlic alfredo, teriyaki meatballs, or orange chicken.
Storage
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Recipe FAQs and Tips
- How to cut broccoli for grilling? You can begin by cutting the large stalk off the broccoli and then keep going until you get a variety of smaller florets. Make sure you don’t get them too small or they will become too charred before the other larger spears have a chance to cook.
- Best Ways to Season Grilled Broccoli – There are so many different ways to season your broccoli! Either keep it simple with a sprinkling of kosher salt or dress it up with some lemon zest, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, fresh herbs (parsley, thyme), balsamic vinegar, chili flakes, or even some pieces of bacon would make great additions.
- What can I use instead of aluminum foil? You can purchase grill mats to use in place of regular foil and then after you use them, clean them off, and use them again! Another great option would be a grilling basket in place of foil. Either would do the trick!
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Easy Grilled Broccoli
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
Description
This easy Grilled Broccoli recipe is a super simple side dish that you can throw on the grill with just about anything!
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (sub avocado oil)
- 2–3 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Prep: Take a large piece of aluminum foil and create a tray out of it by folding up the sides (or use a grill pan or grill basket). Place on an outdoor grill and close cover. Preheat the grill to 400 degrees F.
- Season Broccoli: Meanwhile, place broccoli in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Using your hands massage the oil into every little nook and cranny of the broccoli.
- Grill: Place broccoli in the foil tray and cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway. Check broccoli and continue cooking in 2 minute increments, as desired, until it is done to your liking.
- Serve: Enjoy with your favorite main dish or add to another recipe!
Notes
- Broccolini: Here is a recipe for Grilled Broccolini.
- Flavor Additions: option to toss in some fresh lemon juice, garlic or even red pepper flakes to liven up this recipe!
- Leftovers: Leftover broccoli actually keeps pretty well! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 46
- Sugar: 0.8 g
- Sodium: 325 mg
- Fat: 3.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 1.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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