Grilled Romaine Salad with Bacon (20 Minutes)

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This grilled romaine salad is a fresh and satisfying dish that’s perfect for summer! The combination of the charred romaine lettuce, crispy bacon, and juicy tomatoes creates a delicious flavor and texture contrast. To top it off, the creamy dressing made with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard adds a tangy and slightly sweet note to the dish. Yum!

Ingredients

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  • 2 heads of romaine lettuce, cut in half lengthwise
  • 6 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • Parmesan cheese for serving if desired

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush the cut side of the romaine lettuce with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the romaine lettuce, cut side down, for 2-3 minutes or until lightly charred.
  4. Remove the lettuce from the grill and place on a serving platter.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the grilled romaine lettuce.
  7. Top the lettuce with the crumbled bacon and halved cherry tomatoes.
  8. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

If this is your first time making this recipe, be careful of overcooking the romaine lettuce. You want it to be lightly charred, but still crisp and refreshing. Also, be sure to use a good quality Greek yogurt for the dressing to ensure a creamy and tangy flavor. If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can skip the bacon or replace it with a vegetarian bacon substitute. Lastly, feel free to add some additional toppings to the salad such as croutons or grilled chicken to make it more filling. Enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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