Grilled Garlic Scapes
Simple Tasty Use for this Spring Treat
Ingredients
- 1/4 lb garlic scapes
- 1 tnsp olive oil extra virgin
- Kosher Salt to taste
- Ground Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the garlic scapes under clean running water. Trim the brown ends, woody stalks, and dry tips. You can save the trimmings in the freezer for chicken stock.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat, about 425˚F. Make sure grates are clean.
- Place the garlic scapes in a large bowl. Drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil and toss with your hands until the scapes are evenly coated with the oil.
- Toss the prepared garlic scapes on the hot grate and grill until they are well charred. Flip and grill the opposite side
- Remove the garlic scapes from the grill and pile on a plate, dust with sea salt and fresh ground pepper, and serve as a sidedish to any meal.
Notes
Garlic scapes are a spring treat. They are only available for 2 or 3 weeks at the end of May and beginning of June in Grand Island, NE. They pair well with any number of dishes including, meat, fish and even sandwiches like burgers. They can be fun for the non-veggie lovers to eat because of their mild flavor and crisp texture. 
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 1mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 1mg
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