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Grilled Romaine Salad

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Grilled Romaine Salad is this summers go-to for an easy and delicious side salad. Romaine lettuce is grilled and topped with bacon, toasted hand-torn croutons, parmesan cheese and the creamiest lemon dressing.
Course Salads
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, grilled, grilling, romaine, salad, summer
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 439
Author Laurie McNamara

Ingredients

FOR THE DRESSING:

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise I use a light mayo
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (grated)
  • 1/2 large lemon zest and juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

FOR THE SALAD:

  • 8 slices center cut bacon
  • 2 cups seedy whole grain bread hand torn into pieces
  • 2 medium romaine lettuce heads halved
  • garlic olive oil or regular, for brushing
  • pickled red onion
  • parmesan cheese shavings

Instructions

MAKE THE DRESSING:

  • In a small jar or bowl, combine mayo, garlic, lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper. Whisk well to combine. Add a splash of water to thin out the dressing, if desired. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

MAKE THE SALAD:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels before giving a fine chop. Drain out all but a little of the bacon fat and add the torn pieces of bread to the pan. Toast the croutons over medium heat until crisp and golden.
  • Preheat your grill to 500°.
  • Meanwhile, cut your romaine in half and brush the cut side with olive oil. Once your grill is preheated, place the romaine cut-side down onto the grill grates. Use tongs to press the lettuce gently onto the grates. Grill for 2 to 3 mintues before turning. Repeat on the second side before transferring to a platter.
  • Top grilled romaine with a little of the dressing, the bacon crumbles, croutons, some pickled red onion, parmesan cheese shavings. Top with more dressing and lots of freshly ground black pepper.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wedge | Calories: 439kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 1162mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g