Easy Summer Dinner Ideas: Grilled Ranch Romaine Lettuce Recipe

Hi everyone! Today I am sharing my Grilled Romaine Lettuce Recipe! This recipe is so delicious and refreshing for summertime. It is one of my go-to crowd pleasers and I even love it so much that I’ll make it for just me. Keep reading to get the recipe and see why I believe this is perfect for an Easy Summer Dinner Idea! 

 

Nashville Wifestyles shares her grilled romaine lettuce recipe, which is one of her go-to meals for easy summer dinners!
There is something that hits different about cooking in the summertime. You actually want to get out and grill, spend time on your patio, and have fun patio gatherings with loved ones! I also find that I usually eat much healthier in the spring and summer months. You don’t crave as many carbs like you do in the cold months. I always want fresh yummy foods that are light and easy to whip up! This Grilled Ranch Romaine Lettuce Recipe is not only all of those things that I described, but it’s also super unique! This would make for an amazing lunch, dinner, or sharable plate for an appetizer at a party. 
grilled romaine lettuce recipe: easy summer meals to cook

I know what you’re thinking… wait you grilled lettuce? You bet I did. Grilled ranch romaine lettuce is where its at. Plus its really easy and quick when you’re trying to get dinner on the table. It creates this delicious and smoky flavor. I typically cook mine on the grill and sometimes my Ninja Foodi Grill but I’ve also been known to make grilled ranch romaine lettuce on broil when times are tight. I thought until I tried it that the lettuce would fall apart but it stays perfectly intact.

Ingredients for Grilled Romaine Lettuce Recipe: (Serves up to 6)

Romaine Hearts, washed and cut in half lengthwise

Olive oil

Salt & Pepper

Goat Cheese

Chopped bacon pieces 

Crispy onions 

Ranch Vinaigrette (I use Tessemae’s)

Instructions:

After romaine is washed and cut in half, lay them out on baking sheet or platter, inside of head facing upwards. Brush on olive oil and then ranch vinaigrette. Make sure to coat all over leaves but not pour or saturate. Use salt & pepper to your liking. Put straight on grill on medium high until edges are crisp and burnt on the edges. When grilled, remove and place on serving platter. Top with cheese, bacon and crispy onions. 

It does have more of a wilted texture so make sure to serve with a durable knife. It is such a nice, unique flavor. Your family and guests will love to and it’s a healthy option for a summer side dish. Tag me if you make it on @nashvillewifestyles