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grilled romaine Recipe

Grilled Romaine

Grilled romaine transforms the humble lettuce into a smoky, slightly charred, and entirely irresistible base for summer salads or appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole romaine hearts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon lemon Half for juice, half for wedges.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • 1 Grill or grill pan
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Small whisk or fork
  • 1 Serving platter or plates

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove any outer wilted leaves from the romaine hearts, then slice each romaine heart in half lengthwise, keeping the core intact.
  3. Drizzle the cut sides of the romaine halves with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the romaine halves cut-side down on the hot grill. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side, until grill marks develop and the lettuce is lightly charred but not wilted.
  5. Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
  6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the grilled romaine. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For extra flavor, rub a peeled garlic clove on the cut side of the lettuce before grilling.
Add croutons or cherry tomatoes to make it a more substantial salad.
Avoid overcooking—the romaine should be slightly charred but still crisp.