1 package of romaine hearts (3 count), cut in half lengthwise)
1 red bell pepper, cut into quarters lengthwise
1/2 red onion, sliced
1 roma tomato, diced
1/4 cup olive oil plus 2 tbsp, divided
1 small clove garlic, grated or very finely chopped
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium high heat.
Cook bacon in a small saute pan until crispy. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
Brush romaine, red pepper and onion with olive oil.
Put the onions on the grill first, followed by the red pepper and finally the romaine.
The romaine will only need a couple of minutes per side, at most. The onions and peppers will need a few minutes longer, but you don’t want to over cook them. You still want them to have a little bit of crunch.
Watch romaine closely and as soon as it starts to char, turn it over and give it a minute or two to char on the other side.
Do the same with the pepper and onion, turning as it starts to char.
Remove veggies from grill and let sit until they’re cool enough to handle.
Chop everything into bite size pieces.
To make dressing, whisk together garlic, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
Slowly whisk in remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil until well combined.
Assemble salad by combining romaine, peppers, onions and tomatoes in a large salad bowl.
Drizzle dressing over the top and toss until everything is well coated.
Top with bacon pieces and blue cheese crumbles.
Originally Submitted
7/30/2013
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