Paleo Grilled Romaine Lettuce
Transform your salad game with this irresistible Paleo Grilled Romaine Lettuce recipe—perfect for those seeking a healthy, flavorful side dish or light appetizer. By grilling crisp romaine hearts to smoky perfection, this dish brings out a subtle char that elevates its natural sweetness. Brushed with a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and garlic, then finished with a sprinkle of sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh parsley, each bite offers a delightful balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy paleo-friendly recipe is perfect for BBQs, weeknight dinners, or adding a gourmet twist to your meal. Serve warm and enjoy a simple yet elegant dish that proves salads can be anything but boring!
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Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Cut each romaine head in half lengthwise, keeping the core intact so the leaves stay together.
Step 3
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, juice of one lemon, chopped garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Brush the cut sides of the romaine lightly with the olive oil mixture, reserving some for drizzling before serving.
Step 6
Place the romaine halves cut-side down on the preheated grill.
Step 7
Grill for about 2 minutes until the leaves are slightly charred, then carefully flip and grill the other side for another 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the romaine from the grill and drizzle with the remaining olive oil mixture.
Step 9
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the grilled romaine before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm as a side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1302.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 461.9 |
| Total Fat 30.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1506.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.9g | |
| Protein 17.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 471.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2502.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories