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Speedy Grilled Romaine Lettuce with Parmesan
Everyone needs to know how to make grilled romaine lettuce, aka the best way to get the most flavor from this leafy green vegetable! Not only is this summer staple quick and easy, but it's also a great base for whatever dressing or topping you love!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 197 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course , Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
Grilled Romaine
- 2 romaine hearts
- 2 Tbsp olive oil 30 mL
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese omit for vegan, 90 g
Dressing
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice 30 mL
- 2 Tbsp olive oil 30 mL
- 1 Tbsp red/white wine vinegar or lemon juice 15 mL
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Pinch each salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prep: Cut romaine hearts in half lengthwise. Brush all sides with olive oil.
- Dressing: Whisk together all Dressing ingredients and set aside.
- Grill: Preheated grill to medium-high. Place romaine cut side down on the grill and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until charred in spots. Flip and cook for 1 more minute.
- Assemble: Serve romaine hearts whole or chopped, topping with parmesan and dressing.
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Notes
- Storage: This lettuce is best eaten right away. But leftovers will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Make Ahead: Prep the dressing and cut the romaine ahead of time for quick assembly before grilling.
- Reheating: To reheat, pop on the grill for a quick 30-second refresh or enjoy cold as a salad!
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
197kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
6.3g
(2%)
Protein
6.6g
(13%)
Fat
17.5g
(27%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
10mg
(3%)
Sodium
195mg
(8%)
Potassium
397mg
(11%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
1.9g
(4%)
Calcium
129mg
(13%)
Iron
0mg
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.3g | 2% |
| Protein | 6.6g | 13% |
| Fat | 17.5g | 27% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 195mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.9g | 4% |
| Calcium | 129mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.