Best 5 Romaine Hearts With Sourdough Croutons And Parmesan Recipes

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Romaine hearts with sourdough croutons and parmesan is a classic salad dish that is both delicious and easy to make. The key to a great romaine heart salad is using fresh, crisp romaine lettuce and making your own sourdough croutons. The croutons add a nice crunch to the salad, while the parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty flavor. This salad is a great way to use up leftover sourdough bread, and it's also a healthy and flavorful side dish for any meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ROMAINE HEARTS WITH SOURDOUGH CROUTONS AND PARMESAN



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There is a tangy lemon vinaigrette that coats the leaves and mixes with the Parmesan cheese to make a lovely salad adorned with the sourdough croutons which provide crunch and a good garlic flavor! Adapted from Fields of Greens restaurant cookbook.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 18m

Yield 4 small salads(2 large)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 heads romaine lettuce
1 -2 garlic clove, finey chopped
extra virgin olive oil
4 thick slices sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 1 cup)
8 large olives, pitted, coarsely chopped (Gaeta or Nicoise olives are good)
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated (1 oz.)
pepper
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Discard the tough outer leaves from the romaine and use the whole leaves and hearts. Wash the leaves and dry them in a spinner, or pat dry with a towel. Wrap loosely in a damp towel and refrigerate.
  • Preheat the oven to 375*F.
  • Add the garlic to 1 tbls. olive oil and toss with the cubed bread. Spread the cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 7-8 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
  • To make the vinaigrette:.
  • Combine everything but the oil, then whisk it inches The dressing should be very lemony and bright. This makes about 1/2 cup.
  • When you are ready to serve the salad, place the lettuce in a large bowl. Add the olives and toss with the vinaigrette, coating all of the leaves.
  • Add the croutons and Parmesan cheese and toss again. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and serve. Don't forget to enjoy! :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3212.5, Fat 39.9, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 5616.2, Carbohydrate 590.4, Fiber 31.5, Sugar 30.3, Protein 127.6

SOURDOUGH CROUTONS



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These crisp, buttery croutons are good on salads, soups or just as a snack. Toss the croutons in a salad or garnish a bowl of soup with them.

Provided by DebbyJean

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Crouton Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup butter, melted
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
6 slices sourdough bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Combine melted butter, Italian seasoning, olive oil, and kosher salt in a large bowl; add bread cubes and toss to coat. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the bread cubes; toss to coat. Spread onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 122.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

GRILLED HEARTS OF ROMAINE



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This is truly and ridiculously easy. The trick is to get the grill grates very hot. And the result? A lightly caramelized surface and a slightly smoky flavor. The insides stay cool and crisp. It's quite a contrast of tastes and textures.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 romaine lettuce hearts, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, or as needed
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, or to taste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, or to taste
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Brush each romaine lettuce half with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.
  • Cook romaine hearts, cut-side down, on the preheated grill until the cut-side is slightly caramelized but the inside is still cool and crisp, about 2 minutes. Transfer lettuce, cut-side up, to a platter. Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over lettuce and drizzle balsamic vinegar, sherry vinegar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 35.2 mg, Sugar 2 g

GRILLED ROMAINE HEARTS WITH CAESAR VINAIGRETTE



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This is so good! My mom found this recipe in USA Weekend newspaper. We never grilled lettuce before and to my surprise it was still crispy.

Provided by Ashley Vinyard

Categories     Vegetable

Time 16m

Yield 4 halves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
olive oil flavored cooking spray
2 romaine lettuce hearts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, Worcestershire and pepper. Stir in the Parmesan Cheese.
  • Preheat the grill over medium-high heat, oil grills surface.
  • Cut romaine hearts in half length-wise and leave end in tact so each half holds together.
  • Spray Romaine lightly all over with oil spray.
  • Grill until grill marks form and the lettuce wilts slightly, about 6 minutes.
  • Turn once or twice.
  • Drizzle with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.5, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 72.4, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 3.9, Protein 4.9

CAESAR SALAD WITH SOURDOUGH CROUTONS



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Provided by Lora Zarubin

Categories     Salad     Appetizer     Side     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Parmesan     Christmas Eve     Lettuce     Anchovy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
11/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 large hearts of romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces (about 12 cups)
1 1/2 cups sourdough croutons
Chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil, then 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Toss lettuce, croutons, 1/4 cup cheese, and dressing in bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and season to taste with pepper.

Tips:

  • To ensure the best flavor, use fresh, ripe romaine hearts for this salad.
  • For a crispier salad, chill the romaine hearts before assembling.
  • Use a serrated knife to cut the bread for the croutons to prevent them from becoming too crumbly.
  • Toss the croutons in olive oil and herbs before baking them to add extra flavor.
  • Grate the Parmesan cheese fresh for the best flavor and texture.
  • Add the dressing to the salad just before serving to prevent the lettuce from wilting.

Conclusion:

This romaine hearts salad with sourdough croutons and Parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of fresh romaine lettuce, crispy croutons, and flavorful Parmesan cheese makes this salad a winner. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can have a delicious and healthy salad that the whole family will enjoy.

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