Grilled Romaine Lettuce
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Grilled Romaine Lettuce
Description
Grilled Romaine Lettuce uses whole romaine hearts trimmed and halved lengthwise, retaining much of their structure. The lettuce is coated in a dressing comprising olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, which penetrates between the leaves. On a very hot grill, the lettuce is cooked on the flat side just until it develops light browning and smoky notes, about two minutes, preserving a balance between tenderness and crunch.
This grilling method adds a new dimension to romaine, making it suitable as a warm starter, side dish, or base for grilled proteins. Serving with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of fresh lemon enhances the overall bright and savory profile.
For ease of preparation, use romaine hearts sold in three-packs commonly found in grocery stores. This tight packaging keeps the lettuce fresh and compact, facilitating trimming and grilling without disintegration.
Ingredients
- 2 heads romaine lettuce
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ lemon juiced, other half reserved for serving
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Parmesan Cheese for serving, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to high heat.
- Trim about an inch from the lettuce heart while making sure to keep it intact. Trim another inch from the top of the lettuce to remove some of the curly ends. Remove any wilted or browned leaves. Cut each lettuce head lengthwise in half.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Brush the dressing over the lettuce on all sides, making sure to get the dressing between the leaves as much as possible.
- Transfer the romaine lettuce to the preheated grill and grill on the flat side of the romaine lettuce until lightly browned without moving, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately whole or chopped with more lemon juice and freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Using romaine hearts from a three-pack makes handling and grilling simpler.
- Brush dressing thoroughly to season between leaves for balanced flavor.
- Serve immediately after grilling to enjoy optimal texture and warmth.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 246mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 1047mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 36352IU | 727% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 140mg | 14% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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