Grilled Hearts of Romaine

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 heads of romaine lettuce, hearts removed and cut in half lengthwise (1 pound)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine the romaine hearts, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
3. Grill the romaine hearts for 10-15 minutes, or until charred and tender. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 90 per serving
• Protein: 2 grams
• Fat: 6 grams
• Carbohydrates: 10 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Smoky and charred flavor
• Tender and juicy texture
• Tangy and aromatic

User Comments:

• "These grilled romaine hearts are a delicious and healthy way to get your greens in."
• "I love the smoky flavor of the grill and the tangy balsamic vinegar."
• "These are so easy to make and are perfect for a quick and healthy meal."
• "I added some crumbled goat cheese to mine for a bit of extra flavor."
• "I served these with a side of grilled chicken and roasted vegetables for a complete meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to grill the romaine hearts over medium-high heat to get them charred without burning them.
• If you don't have a grill, you can cook the romaine hearts in a grill pan over the stovetop.
• Add any other toppings you like, such as crumbled bacon, grated Parmesan cheese, or chopped nuts.