Charred Romaine Hearts with Blue Cheese

Name: Charred Romaine Hearts with Blue Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 slices Applewood Smoked Bacon; 2 oz Blue Cheese; 1 whole Diced Tomatoes; 1 whole Garlic; 1 tbsp Lemon Juice; 0.25 cup Mayonnaise; 0.5 tbsp Olive Oil; 2 whole Romaine Lettuce Hearts; 1 dash Salt & Pepper; 0.5 tbsp Shallot; 2 tbsp Sour Cream

Appetizer 🧄Side Dish 🥗Salad 🥗 American Low-Carb Sugar-Free Diabetic-Friendly Gluten-Free

Charred Romaine Hearts with Blue Cheese brings a smoky kiss to crisp lettuce, contrasted by cool, tangy blue cheese dressing and salty bacon. The combination of warm, lightly wilted edges with a crunchy core makes every bite layered and satisfying. It’s a great starter or light dinner for summer cookouts or weeknight grilling.

Prep5 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, blue cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, shallot, and garlic. Stir until well mixed, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to let the flavors develop.
2

When you are ready to make the salad, preheat an outdoor grill to medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate.
3

Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute the bacon, turning as needed, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Dice the cooled bacon and set aside.
4

Lightly brush the romaine on all sides with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
5

Using tongs, place the romaine, cut sides down, on the preheated grill. Cook until lightly caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes; it should remain slightly raw and crunchy in the center. Transfer to a clean platter and let rest for 5 minutes.
6

Set each romaine half on a serving plate. Drizzle with the dressing and top with the tomato and diced bacon.