![]() ![]() Scaling: You can easily double or triple this recipe. Also be sure that it is thoroughly coated in olive oil before putting it on the grill. Washing tips: Be sure the lettuce is dry from washing it or it will steam the lettuce. It is best to eat it right away after grilling. If you want to make it a full meal, double the salad size and add your favorite protein. Serving tips: I eat this almost every night in the summer to get extra veggies it. Top the lettuce with red onion, tomatoes, bacon, and your favorite dressing. If you are not using Romaine hearts, this may happen very quickly on the outer edges of the lettuce. Grill the romaine lettuce for about 3 minutes or until the lettuce started to get charred. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. I just rinse the lettuce and make sure that it is completely dry before grilling. InstructionsĬut the romaine hearts in half length-wise and wash. You can also add another form of protein to make this a full meal.ĭressing: I like to use my Dairy-Free Ranch Dressing, but you can also use blue cheese dressing if you are ok with some dairy. I get my turkey bacon from Rastelli's, but if you are getting it from the store, be sure to check the ingredients for sugar content and other added ingredients that are unwanted. They are antibacterial, help digestion (for some), and can help reduce your risk of cancer.īacon: I like turkey bacon best, but any will do. They also have folate, manganese, and some vitamin C. Red onions are full of antioxidants which help fight inflammation. Red onion: These give a nice crunch to the salad. They are full of lycopene, which is a powerful nutrient that helps fight inflammation and blood clotting. Romaine lettuce is one of the leafy greens that is great for your heart! It is packed full of vitamin C, potassium and folate help lower cholesterol and decrease blood pressure.Ĭherry tomatoes: This sweet little tomatoes are perfect for a grilled wedge salad because they add some acidity and also sweetness! They also pack a punch in the nutrition department too. I like to use Romaine hearts instead of the full romaine head because they leaves are more tightly packed and don't burn as easily. Romaine Lettuce Hearts: This is the base of the salad. No clean up: There are no extra dished for this recipe because you are making it on the grill! Ingredients You Will Need If you want to keep this plant based, leave off the bacon. If you like blue cheese dressing, use that and if you like radishes, add those. Make it your own: This salad is totally customizable for you and your family to make your own. Just throw it on the grill for a few minutes. By grilling it you are adding a new level of flavors that mixes it up just enough to keep you excited about salads all summer long.Įasy to make: These only take about 3 minutes on the grill and doesn't require any special toppings that add additional time to cooking. Something new: We all love a good side salad, but they can get boring. ![]() So fire up your grill and let's get started! Why You'll Love Love This Recipe Whether you're a vegetarian or a meat lover, this grilled salad is a great way to add some color and nutrition to your meal. I love serving mine with my dairy-free ranch dressing, making for a refreshing and satisfying dish. It's a perfect dish for a warm summer day or a backyard barbecue, and it's incredibly easy to make. This grilled salad has a nice char from the grill, yet is still crisp and delicious just like the typical steakhouse wedge salad you think of. When I think summer sides I usually think macaroni salad, potato salad, or broccoli salad, but this might change your mind on summer favs. Lastly, it's time to top them! Simply add the crumbled blue cheese, crumbled bacon, sliced dates, sliced cherry tomatoes and fresh dill.As a Health Coach and someone whose favorite foods are salads, this grilled wedge salad is one of my favorite side salads I have ever had. I used store-bought for mine but you could make your own (like this one from my girl FoodieCrush!) if you'd like! Next, place the halves on a serving platter and drizzle with a little bit of ranch dressing. If so, carefully cut a little bit off the bottom of the lettuce so that it creates a flat, even surface to work with. You might notice that the lettuce halves are wobbly. ![]() Now, use a sharp knife and cut the lettuce in half, length-wise. First, you'll need to wash and dry a head of romaine. Now only do the romaine wedges stay together better, but the flat surface area allows for a more even distribution of the dressing and ingredients. Making a wedge salad out of romaine is much easier than working with a head of iceberg lettuce. How to make a Wedge Salad with Romaine Lettuce ![]()
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