Making broccoli on the Blackstone Griddle is incredibly easy to do! Have deliciously tender broccoli ready in no time at all. Broccoli is a great keto Blackstone recipe that pairs easily with many proteins.
Blackstone Broccoli
Grilled broccoli on the Blackstone is simple and makes for an easy side dish. There is little prep time and they are done in under 10 minutes. You'll love this easy keto Blackstone side dish.
Griddled broccoli is a culinary delight you'll love for its enhanced flavor and texture. When you griddle broccoli, it takes on a smoky, charred taste while maintaining its tender juiciness, offering contrast in every bite.
This versatile vegetable can be seasoned to your liking, making it a perfect complement to various dishes. It's a speedy and nutritious choice for busy nights, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
It's easy to pair with different foods, and griddled broccoli is a fantastic addition to your meals, providing a burst of flavor and color on your plate.
If you're looking for even more Blackstone vegetable recipes, check out my post on the best Blackstone recipes. Some of my other favorite Blackstone side dishes are this Grilled Blackstone Acorn Squash and this Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle.
Why you'll love this broccoli on the Blackstone Recipe
- Great for Meal Prep - this grilled broccoli recipe is a family favorite for meal prep
- Quick & Easy Recipe - make delicious broccoli in under 10 minutes start to finish!
- Budget Friendly- broccoli is a cheap vegetable for all seasons
Ingredients
- Fresh broccoli: cut a head of broccoli into small florets so it cooks quicker on the flat top grill
- Seasonings: garlic, coarse salt, ground black pepper
- Cooking oil: I use avocado oil. Don't use olive oil because we are cooking the broccoli florets over medium-high heat
- Optional shredded or grated parmesan cheese
Tips & Tricks
Large broccoli florets take longer to cook. For best results, cut the broccoli into small florets to speed up cooking time!
If you prefer a softer broccoli increase the cook time to 6 minutes. If you prefer a crunchier broccoli decrease the time to 4 minutes.
Save the broccoli stems and use them to make bone broth in your Instant Pot!
Tools to make this easy recipe
- I have the 22 inch portable tabletop flat griddle grill station. It’s perfect for the RV travel life! I also have friends that have the Blackstone Adventure Ready 2-Burner 28″ Outdoor Griddle
How to make Blackstone Broccoli
- First, wash the broccoli and chop it into small florets.
- In a gallon bag or large bowl, add the broccoli, avocado oil, minced garlic, salt and black pepper
- Mix until the broccoli is evenly coated.
- Preheat the Blackstone to medium-high heat. Once hot, add the contents of the bag or bowl.
- Cook for 4-6 minutes until the broccoli is at desired tenderness. 4 minutes for crunchier and 6 minutes for more tender.
- Remove the broccoli from the griddle and transfer to a bowl.
Stovetop Directions
If you don’t have a Blackstone griddle or similar griddle, you can make this recipe on the stove. First, get a large cast iron skillet.
Heat the cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add avocado oil to the skillet once hot. Then add the broccoli.
Cook for 4-6 minutes or desired tenderness.
Remove from heat
Substitutions
If you do not have broccoli available, try making Brussel Sprouts or asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle.
If you prefer a different flavor profile for your broccoli, try adding in some soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes and top with sesame seeds for an Asian stir fry sauce like flavor.
What to serve with Blackstone Broccoli
Broccoli is a low-carb vegetable and can go with pretty much anything. Serve with these Blackstone ribeye steak or these juicy Blackstone chicken breasts for easy dinner recipes the whole family will love.
These griddled broccoli would also be good with Broiled Chicken Thighs or Blackstone Shrimp.
How to store
Store leftover broccoli in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
How to reheat
Remove the lid from the glass container or transfer it to a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 60-90 seconds on high.
FAQs
The broccoli takes about 4 minutes to cook for crunchier florets and 6 minutes for softer broccoli.
Cooking broccoli on the Blackstone doesn't take too long. Preheat Blackstone to medium-high heat. Place broccoli onto the flat top and cook for 4-6 minutes or till desired tenderness.
Absolutely! Broccoli is an easy low-carb vegetable to cook on the Blackstone.
Some delicious sides to make on the Blackstone Griddle include, but not limited to, zucchini, green beans, and brussel sprouts.
Vegetables should be cooked on the Blackstone at medium high heat.
I like to add salt, pepper and garlic, but don't be shy to try some other spices like basil, rosemary or parsley.
More Blackstone Vegetable Recipes
If you loved making broccoli on The Blackstone Griddle, check out these other delicious vegetables to cook on the griddle!
- Grilled Blackstone Acorn Squash
- Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle
- Blackstone Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
- Blackstone Green Beans
Blackstone Broccoli
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli cut into small florets
- 3 tablespoon avocado oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- parmesan cheese shredded or grated
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli and chop it into florets
- In a gallon bag or large bowl, add the broccoli, avocado oil, minced garlic, salt and black pepper
- Mix until the broccoli is evenly coated
- Preheat the Blackstone to medium-high heat. Once hot, add the contents of the bag or bowl.
- Cook for 4-6 minutes until the broccoli is at desired tenderness. 4 minutes for crunchier and 6 minutes for more tender.
- Remove the broccoli from the griddle and transfer to a bowl.
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