For a smoky depth, consider using a wood-fired grill or adding wood chips to your gas grill. The oven-dried tomatoes can be made a day ahead. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Adjust the grilling time depending on the intensity of your grill. You want char marks, but avoid completely wilting the romaine. If you don't have a grill, a grill pan on the stovetop works well too.
Grilled Romaine Salad
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs 40 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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Experience the unexpected delight of Grilled Romaine Salad, where crisp, slightly charred romaine hearts meet the tangy-sweet embrace of a shallot-balsamic dressing and the concentrated burst of oven-dried tomatoes. A symphony of textures and flavors that will redefine your salad expectations!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate17 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium87 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat63 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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StepPreheat oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Mix 1/2 cup olive oil, white sugar, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Place tomatoes in the bag, seal, and shake to coat. Arrange coated tomato halves cut side up on a baking sheet. Bake tomatoes for 2 1/2 hours in the preheated oven. Remove from heat, and let cool. (Prep: 15 minutes, Bake: 2 hours 30 minutes, Cool: 30 minutes)
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StepIn a blender or food processor, finely chop the shallots. Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar, and process until smooth. Slowly drizzle in 1 3/4 cups olive oil while processing continuously, emulsifying the mixture until it thickens into a luscious dressing. (Prep: 10 minutes)
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StepPreheat grill for high heat. Brush romaine hearts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper. (Prep: 5 minutes)
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StepPlace romaine hearts on the preheated grill. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, turning frequently to achieve even char marks, until the romaine is slightly wilted but still retains a pleasant crunch. (Cook: 5-10 minutes)
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StepServe the grilled romaine hearts warm on salad plates, artfully arranged with the oven-dried tomato pieces. Drizzle generously with the shallot-balsamic dressing. (Assemble: 5 minutes)
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Meredith Lesch
Jun 30, 2025I added some crumbled goat cheese to mine, and it was the perfect complement to the other flavors.
Hermann Gislason
Jan 1, 2025This salad is so elegant and flavorful. It's perfect for a summer dinner party.
Adrian Robel
Oct 6, 2024I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit.
Nova Kuvalis
Aug 30, 2024I never thought of grilling romaine lettuce before, but this recipe is a game-changer! The smoky flavor is amazing.
Marquis Zieme
Jul 12, 2024My family loved this recipe, even my picky eaters!
Belle Auer
Jun 6, 2024Oven-drying the tomatoes takes a while, but it's so worth it. They're bursting with flavor.
Monroe Friesen
Apr 26, 2024This is such a creative and delicious way to eat salad. I'm definitely adding it to my regular rotation.
Marjolaine Kozeylind
Jan 20, 2024The shallot-balsamic dressing is absolutely divine. I could drink it straight from the blender!