Grilled Romaine with Blue Cheese

The traditional wedge salad gets a makeover with this grilled romaine version topped with smoked bacon and a creamy blue cheese dressing.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 254 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 tomato, diced
• 2 ounces crumbled blue cheese
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 4 slices applewood-smoked bacon
• 2 hearts of romaine lettuce, halved lengthwise
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 tablespoon grated shallot
• 0.5 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

When ready to prepare the salad, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Lightly brush romaine on all sides with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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