Grilled Romaine Hearts Recipe

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Romaine is a great companion for a grilled medium rare steak, but don’t leave it on the grill too long, or the leaves may scorch. —Stuart Pritchard, Commerce, Texas

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Grilled Romaine Hearts Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield: 12 Servings

5 5 10

Ingredients

3/4 cup olive oil
2/3 cup balsamic vinegar
6 romaine hearts, halved lengthwise with cores intact
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk oil and vinegar. Generously brush over all surfaces of romaine. Grill romaine, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 1-2 minutes or until slightly charred and wilted, turning once. Season with salt and pepper. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1/2 romaine heart (calculated without added salt) equals 139 calories, 14 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 1 g protein.

Originally published as Grilled Romaine Hearts in Taste of Home June/July 2012, p23

Keeping Lettuce Fresh

To store lettuce to keep it crisp and fresh, wash lettuce in cold water and drain very well. Use a “salad spinner” or pat it dry with paper towels. Store in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container with a dry paper towel in the bottom to absorb any leftover moisture. (Be certain to replace the towel if it gets wet.) For extra-crispy salads, you may want to use a lettuce variety like romaine that’s naturally more crisp.