In the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, one dish stands out as a symphony of taste and visual appeal: the orange and blue cheese grilled romaine salad. This tantalizing creation is a delectable balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, highlighted by the contrast between the grilled romaine's smoky char and the creamy richness of blue cheese. With its vibrant colors and refreshing crunch, this salad promises an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you craving more.
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GRILLED ROMAINE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories side-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to medium.
- For the dressing: In a blender, combine the lemon juice, vinegar, capers, salt and garlic. Blend until smooth. Add the Worcestershire, hot sauce, anchovies and 1/2 cup of the olive oil and blend until smooth. Taste for seasoning. Add the remaining olive oil if needed. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss 4 of the romaine halves in a little olive oil and season them with salt. Put them in a single layer on the grill and cook for 3 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side for 3 additional minutes; the romaine should feel slightly warm and tender. Transfer the halves to a large platter. Spoon a little dressing on each.
- On a flat surface, finely chop the rest of the romaine and add it to a medium bowl. Add the remaining vinaigrette, a touch of lemon juice and the basil leaves. Toss to coat the romaine.
- Top the grilled romaine with some of the chopped, dressed romaine. Garnish with crumbled blue cheese and serve immediately.
GRILLED ROMAINE WITH BLUE CHEESE
A nice alternative to the traditional wedge salad. Great for summer grilling. So original that your friends will be talking about it for weeks.
Provided by Chicago Rob
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 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.
- When ready to prepare the salad, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 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.
- Lightly brush romaine on all sides with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- 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.
- Place each romaine half on a serving plate. Drizzle with dressing and top with tomato and diced bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 597.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
ORANGE ROMAINE SALAD
Romaine lettuce and orange slices are tossed with a light honey vinaigrette.
Provided by Justin Shepheard
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, honey, salt, pepper and green onion. Close the lid, and shake vigorously to blend.
- Place the romaine lettuce into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with dressing and toss to coat. Add orange slices and toss gently. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 149.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
ORANGE ROMAINE SALAD
With this salad, spinach or another dark-green leaf lettuce works as well as the romaine. The oil and vinegar can be replaced by an oil-based honey French dressing or a honey mustard or poppy seed dressing.-Nanci Keatley, Salem, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine romaine, oranges and onion. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
GRILLED HEARTS OF ROMAINE WITH BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE AND PICKLED ONIONS
Provided by Kate Higgins
Categories Salad Onion Side Vegetarian High Fiber Backyard BBQ Blue Cheese Grill Grill/Barbecue Lettuce Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For onions:
- Combine first 5 ingredients and 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt in medium saucepan. Bring to simmer over medium heat. Add onions and stir to blend; return to simmer and cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Season with freshly ground black pepper and more salt, if desired. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.
- For salad:
- Prepare barbecue (medium- high heat). Combine vinegar and mustard in bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with coarse salt and pepper. Mix in 1/2 cup cheese.
- Brush cut sides of romaine with olive oil, then sprinkle with coarse salt and pepper. Grill until cut sides are lightly charred, about 2 minutes per side.
- Divide grilled romaine among plates. Top with vinaigrette, pickled onions, and blue cheese.
ROMAINE SALAD WITH PECAN AND BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
This lick the bowl clean came from the Pecan Growers of America. As much as I adore creamy blue cheese dressing,this quick vinegar concoction is a tangy challenger.
Provided by Potluck
Categories Fruit
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In sald bowl,combine oil,vinegar,salt and pepper.
- Whish until well blended.
- Add half the blue cheese,mash into dressing.
- Add 1/4 cup pecans.
- Add romaine. Toss well to coat.
- Top with remaining blue cheese and nuts.
Tips:
- Choose the right romaine lettuce: Look for romaine hearts that are firm and have tightly packed leaves. Avoid any that are wilted or have brown spots.
- Grill the romaine lettuce properly: To get the best flavor and texture, grill the romaine lettuce over medium-high heat until it is slightly charred and wilted. This will take about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really makes this salad shine. Be sure to use a dressing that is both tangy and flavorful. The recipe in the article uses a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey.
- Don't skimp on the blue cheese: Blue cheese is a key ingredient in this salad. It adds a salty, tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the grilled romaine lettuce and sweet oranges.
- Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The grilled romaine lettuce will start to wilt and lose its flavor if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
Orange and Blue Cheese Grilled Romaine Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The grilled romaine lettuce adds a smoky flavor to the salad, while the oranges and blue cheese add a sweet and tangy flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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