Grilled Romaine Hearts

Lunch

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.

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 10 min.
YIELD: 12 servings.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. 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.

Nutrition Facts

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