Grilled radicchio pairs with charred sweet corn, salty queso fresco, bright lime juice and a drizzle of olive oil to create this delicious summer salad.
As a huge foodie, it probably doesn’t surprise you that I’m a HUGE fan of ABC’s The Chew. No lie, I DVR the daytime talk show every single day. Unlike most daytime talk shows, I love the fact that they are real. They crack jokes, tease one another, flirt with guests and aren’t afraid to be a little politically incorrect from time to time.
If you’ve never watched The Chew before, I highly recommend checking it out. Not only is it full of countless cooking tips but Clinton Kelly adds snark and sassiness that keeps you watching for more. Oh and if you think that Mario Batali listens to Daphne go on and on about psyllium husks without poking fun of her, you’re dead wrong. He calls her out on it and it’s hilarious. Check out this latest episode on Hulu that aired Tuesday, July 9th. If you’re a fan of Chopped or Iron Chef, you’ll love the guest of the day: Chef Jeffrey Geoffrey Zakarian.
Needless to say, when the opportunity came my way to create recipe inspired by the show, I was immediately on board. While I would eat anything Mario put in front of me, I have a special place in my heart for Daphne Oz’s recipe and health tips. The daughter of heart surgeon Dr. Oz, it is no surprise that she lives a healthy life focused on whole foods. Additionally, Daphne and I were both overweight children who didn’t reach a healthy weight until our adult lives.
Happy Grilling!
Your fork is waiting.
Grilled Radicchio Salad with Queso Fresco
Ingredients
- 2 in small heads radicchio cut half at the core with core still attached
- 1 ear corn
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 4 oz queso fresco crumbled
- 1/4 cup scallions thinly sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pre-heat grill on high heat and lightly brush radicchio with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
- Place radicchio on grill, cut side down, as well as corn.
- Grill radicchio until it begins to wilt, about 3 minutes per side.
- Grill corn for 2 minutes per side, until kernels are slightly charred.
- To assemble salad, place radicchio halves on a large platter.
- Carefully cut corn kernels off the cob with a serrated knife into a small bowl. Toss corn together with remaining olive oil, lime juice, queso fresco, scallions and salt/pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle corn and cheese mixture on top of the grilled radicchio to serve.
Nutmeg Nanny
July 26, 2013 at 11:03 pmWow, this looks full of flavor! I need this :)
Liz DellaCroce
July 27, 2013 at 7:47 amI could eat the queso fresco on its own everyday!
Emily
July 19, 2013 at 11:31 amLiz, do you use a special program to figure out your nutrition information? Thanks!
Liz DellaCroce
July 20, 2013 at 8:49 amHi Emily – I do! I use MyFoodDiary.com – it’s the website that I used when I lost my 65 pounds so I rely on it and have loved it for many years!
Barbara | Creative Culinary
July 18, 2013 at 2:14 pmI watched The Chew when it first premiered and was under impressed…maybe I need to give it another shot?
Still, this salad looks gorgeous…I’ll chew on it at least!
Liz DellaCroce
July 20, 2013 at 8:50 amI would definitely give it another shot – I look forward to it every day!
Julia
July 18, 2013 at 12:54 pmI love that show too and this salad looks wonderful!!
Liz DellaCroce
July 20, 2013 at 8:50 amI’m glad i’m not the only one!!! :)
ashley - baker by nature
July 17, 2013 at 6:41 pmOh my goodness, this salad has me swooning!!!
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 7:49 pmSo nice to make you swoon chica!! :)
Des @ Life's Ambrosia
July 17, 2013 at 6:33 pmYum! I love watching the Chew too. Ironically one of my favorite recipes that Daphne ever did was not one of her healthy ones. It was that robiola and truffle pizza…oh lord.
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 7:49 pmOh dear God that pizza sounds out of this world!!!!
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch
July 17, 2013 at 5:06 pmThis is one terrific and healthy looking salad, Liz!!! Such amazing flavors!!!
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 5:12 pmThank you Robyn!!
Kelli @ The Corner Kitchen
July 17, 2013 at 4:05 pmSuch a perfect summer salad you’ve got going on! I’m a sucker for anything with grilled corn :)
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 5:11 pmMe too – I could eat it daily!!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking
July 17, 2013 at 1:29 pmNow, this is my kind of summer salad! It’s so gorgeous, nutritious and colorful, Liz! Love it.
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 5:11 pmThank you Georgia- you are too sweet!!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
July 17, 2013 at 11:42 amSo, I am total dodo bird…I didn’t know Daphne Oz was Dr. Oz’s daughter!!! Clearly, I live under a rock. Do you deliver radicchio salads to people that live under a rock?
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 12:39 pmOh shoot.. I’m afraid I only deliver to those who live above rocks. Bummer!!!!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking
July 17, 2013 at 11:36 amI learn so much about veggies over here. Googling radicchio now. :)
Now the next step after educating me about them is to make me like them. You can do it! Go go go! :D
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 12:39 pmhaha – I’m a veggie freak. Wish I could bake like you!!
Aggie
July 17, 2013 at 11:21 amDaphne is totally my favorite, I connect with her too! I love this recipe! I’ve grilled lettuces like this just a few times, but oh many yours looks so good with all the extras on top! Yum!!
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 11:23 amHow did I know she would be your favorite too?? :) xoxo
Tieghan
July 17, 2013 at 10:06 amI love grilled salads!! This sounds incredible and is so pretty!
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 11:18 amSo do I and I need to remember to make them more often!!
Cathy Pollak ~ Noble Pig
July 17, 2013 at 10:02 amI need to watch this show if you are getting inspired with beautiful dishes like these!! Love it!
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 11:20 amYou will love the show Cathy – I’m addicted!!
Paula - bell'alimento
July 17, 2013 at 9:57 amLove grilled radicchio! And corn. And queso. Want.
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 11:20 amI know – I could have eaten the entire wheel of queso. Love salty cheeses!
carrian
July 17, 2013 at 9:39 amok, I’ve never seen the chew and now I’m dying to watch a little tv and eat this!
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 11:20 amOmg you have to watch it!! You would love it!!!
Susan
July 17, 2013 at 9:34 amI’m confused! Where’s the blue cheese basil vinaigrette? This version looks great, but just wondering about the titel.
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 11:22 amSusan forgive me – I changed the recipe but forgot to change the post!!! My sincerest apologies!! :)
Carolyn
July 17, 2013 at 9:08 amLooks wonderful! I would skip the corn but happily munch on the rest. Confession: I have never watched the Chew…
Liz DellaCroce
July 17, 2013 at 11:22 amOh man I think you’d love it. It’s great for foodies! They are pretty funny.