Grilled Cabbage

Caraflex cabbages are perfect for grilling since they stay together when cut into wedges. Regular cabbage works well too. Drizzle with dressing for a new take on this familiar vegetable.

Ingredients:

·        1 small green cabbage

·        2 Tbsp olive oil, divided

·        ½ tsp kosher salt and fresh ground pepper

·        1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

·        1 Tbsp olive oil

·        ½ Tbsp honey or maple syrup

·        1/8 tsp onion powder

Method:

·        Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (375-450 degrees F)

·        Remove any tough outer leaves of the cabbage. Cut it into 8 wedges, leaving the stem intact. (Depending on the size of the cabbage, you may want to cut fewer wedges or more)

·        Place the wedges on a baking sheet. Rub both sides with 1 Tbsp of the olive oil. Sprinkle on ¼ tsp kosher salt and freshly ground pepper on one side of the wedges, then flip them and sprinkle the remaining ¼ tsp kosher salt on the other side.

·        Place the cabbage directly on the grill grates. Grill 5 to 6 minutes per side (10-12 minutes total) until softened, turning once.

·        In a small bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar, the remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil, honey or maple syrup, and onion powder.

·        Place wedges on a serving plate. Drizzle the mixture over the wedges and serve.

Options:

Other drizzles for grilled cabbage include ranch dressing, Caesar dressing, teriyaki sauce, or BBQ sauce.