Grilled Romaine with Blue Cheese

Name: Grilled Romaine with Blue Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 200 min
Ingredients: 0.25 cup mayonnaise; 2 ounces crumbled blue cheese; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 0.5 tablespoon grated shallot; 1 clove garlic, grated; kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste; 4 slices applewood-smoked bacon; 2 hearts of romaine lettuce, halved lengthwise; 0.5 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed; 1 tomato, diced

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A nice alternative to the traditional wedge salad. Great for summer grilling. So original that your friends will be talking about it for weeks.

Submitted by Chicago Rob

Published on July 10, 2019

Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

3 hrs

Total Time:

3 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 salads

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Ingredients

Dressing:

¼ cup mayonnaise
2 ounces crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ tablespoon grated shallot
1 clove garlic, grated
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Salad:

4 slices applewood-smoked bacon
2 hearts of romaine lettuce, halved lengthwise
½ tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 tomato, diced (Optional)

Directions

Combine mayonnaise, blue cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, shallot, and garlic in a medium bowl. Mix well, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
When ready to prepare the salad, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute bacon, turning as needed, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Dice cooled bacon and set aside.
Lightly brush romaine on all sides with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Using a pair of tongs, place romaine, cut-sides down, on the preheated grill. Cook until slightly caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes; it should still be slightly raw and crunchy in the center. Remove to a clean platter and let rest for 5 minutes.
Place each romaine half on a serving plate. Drizzle with dressing and top with tomato and diced bacon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

254	Calories
22g	Fat
7g	Carbs
8g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 254
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g	29%
Saturated Fat 7g	34%
Cholesterol 29mg	10%
Sodium 598mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 7g	2%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 8g	17%
Vitamin C 31mg	34%
Calcium 124mg	10%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 446mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.