Baked Radicchio

Baked Radicchio is a deliciously bitter and savory Italian dish that combines the unique flavor of radicchio with rich cheese and aromatic herbs. This keto-friendly recipe is easy to prepare and offers a delightful twist to your vegetable side dishes.

Ingredients

• Radicchio - 2 small heads
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Parmesan cheese - 50 grams, grated
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the radicchio heads in half lengthwise and remove the core.
3. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and chopped thyme.
4. Brush the radicchio halves with the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Place the radicchio halves cut side up on a baking sheet.
6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over each half, followed by the shredded mozzarella.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for keto diets.

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