Best 8 Hearts Of Romaine With Creamy Lime Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our exquisite Hearts of Romaine with Creamy Lime Vinaigrette recipe. This vibrant salad features crisp romaine lettuce hearts tossed in a luscious creamy lime vinaigrette, resulting in a refreshing and flavorful dish. The zesty lime vinaigrette, made with fresh lime juice, tangy Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, perfectly complements the crisp romaine lettuce.

This recipe also includes three additional enticing variations:

1. **Hearts of Romaine with Warm Bacon Dressing**: Experience the harmonious blend of crisp romaine lettuce and warm bacon dressing in this delectable salad. The smoky bacon and tangy dressing create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

2. **Hearts of Romaine with Lemon Garlic Dressing**: Discover the bright and zesty flavors of this salad, featuring a vibrant lemon garlic dressing. The aromatic lemon and pungent garlic create a refreshing and flavorful dressing that pairs perfectly with the crisp romaine lettuce.

3. **Hearts of Romaine with Creamy Avocado Dressing**: Dive into the creamy and luscious embrace of this salad, made with a rich and velvety avocado dressing. The ripe avocados, combined with tangy lime juice and fresh herbs, create a smooth and flavorful dressing that complements the crisp romaine lettuce beautifully.

Each variation offers a unique flavor journey, catering to diverse preferences.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ROMAINE HEARTS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE AND GARLIC CROSTINI



Romaine Hearts with Balsamic Vinaigrette and Garlic Crostini image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 slices day old crusty bread, cut on an angle
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Tapanade, recipe follows
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling plus 1/2 cup
2 hearts romaine lettuce
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, eyeball it
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, eyeball it
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup pitted chopped kalamata olives
2 canned anchovy fillets, rinsed and chopped

Steps:

  • Toast bread in hot oven or under broiler. Rub toast with crushed garlic top with tapanade and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.
  • Place vinegar in a bowl and whisk in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil in a slow stream to combine. Add seasonings and pepper and whisk again to distribute the herbs and spice throughout the dressing.
  • Quarter each romaine heart lengthwise and trim away core. Arrange 1/2 heart, 2 trimmed quarters, on each of 4 serving plates. Top lettuce with 2 garlic toasts. Drizzle toasts and lettuce with 1/4 of the prepared dressing and serve.
  • In a small bowl combine the olives and anchovies.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH PARMESAN VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk the Parmesan, mustard, vinegar and garlic in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil. Sprinkle the vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Toss the lettuce with the vinaigrette. Serve immediately.

ROMAINE HEARTS WITH LEMON CHIVE VINAIGRETTE



Romaine Hearts with Lemon Chive Vinaigrette image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 a lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch sugar
10 blades chives, chopped or snipped
1/3 to 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce
1/2 pint grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Whisk lemon juice, mustard, and sugar together in a bowl. Add chives and whisk in oil in a slow stream. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Quarter each heart of romaine lengthwise. Trim core at ends. Place 2 quarters on each salad plate. They're served whole, covered with dressing. Halve a few grape tomatoes and place at plates' edge for garnish. Drizzle salads liberally with vinaigrette and serve.

ROMAINE HEARTS WITH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large hearts romaine lettuce
4 large, ripe strawberries, finely chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, eyeball it
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Cut each heart in half lengthwise, trim away core, rinse and dry.
  • Place strawberries in a shallow bowl with vinegar and let stand 10 minutes. Whisk in extra-virgin olive oil and season the dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Place a half-heart on each salad plate or on a large platter and dress with strawberry balsamic vinaigrette. Garnish with toasted almonds.

HEARTS OF ROMAINE WITH CREAMY LIME VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Mustard     Side     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Mayonnaise     Lime     Spring     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 to 2 tablespoons water
4 heads of romaine, the pale-green inner leaves washed, spun-dry, and torn into bite-size pieces (about 12 cups) and the outer leaves reserved for another use

Steps:

  • In a blender or small food processor blend the garlic paste, the mustard, the lime juice, the mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste until the mixture is smooth and with the motor running add the oil in a stream. Blend the mixture until it emulsified, add enough of the water to thin the vinaigrette to the desired consistency, and blend the vinaigrette until it is combined well. In a large bowl toss the romaine with the vinaigrette.

ROMAINE HEARTS WITH LEMON CHIVE VINAIGRETTE



Romaine Hearts with Lemon Chive Vinaigrette image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 a lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch sugar
10 blades chives, chopped or snipped
1/3 to 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce
1/2 pint grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Whisk lemon juice, mustard, and sugar together in a bowl. Add chives and whisk in oil in a slow stream. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Quarter each heart of romaine lengthwise. Trim core at ends. Place 2 quarters on each salad plate. They're served whole, covered with dressing. Halve a few grape tomatoes and place at plates' edge for garnish. Drizzle salads liberally with vinaigrette and serve.

HEARTS OF ROMAINE WITH CREAMY FETA DRESSING



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Romaine lettuce takes center stage in this light starter idea. Top with creamy feta dressing and a pinch of cayenne for kick.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 hearts of romaine lettuce
1 Basic Vinaigrette, using 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar in place of 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)
0.25 cup water
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 garlic, minced
0.25 teaspoon sea salt
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese (1 ounce)
0.25 cup olive oil
2 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut each heart of romaine in half lengthwise. Arrange romaine on a serving platter.
  • For dressing, in a food processor or blender combine Basic Vinaigrette, 1/2 cup cheese, the water, oregano, garlic, and salt. Cover and process or blend until smooth.
  • Drizzle dressing over romaine; sprinkle with cayenne pepper. Top with 1/4 cup cheese. To serve, cut romaine halves crosswise into quarters. Basic Vinaigrette
  • In a small screw-top jar combine oil, lemon juice, and vinegar. Cover and shake well. Out of feta? Use goat cheese (chèvre) instead. For a change of texture, use baby greens in place of the romaine. Go Middle Eastern and use a teaspoon each of ground cumin and coriander instead of the oregano. For an Asian spin, use 3 tablespoons peanut oil and 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil for the olive oil, lime juice for the lemon juice, and rice wine vinegar for the white wine vinegar. Want a French Vinaigrette? Add 1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard and 1 tablespoon minced shallot. Want a heartier flavor? Use red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar in place of the white wine vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize about 3/4 cup dressing, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

ROMAINE HEARTS WITH RED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 hearts romaine, chopped
1 jarred roasted red bell pepper, drained
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, eyeball it
Handful flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place chopped romaine on a platter or in a salad bowl. To a food processor, add roasted red pepper, vinegar and parsley. Process, then stream in extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. remove processor bowl and drizzle dressing over salad, serve.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp romaine lettuce hearts for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the romaine hearts into thin strips for a more delicate salad.
  • Make sure the creamy lime vinaigrette is well-chilled before tossing it with the salad.
  • Add some crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese for a salty and tangy flavor boost.
  • Top the salad with some chopped fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This hearts of romaine with creamy lime vinaigrette is a refreshing and delicious salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The creamy lime vinaigrette is a tangy and flavorful dressing that complements the crisp romaine lettuce perfectly. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to become a favorite.

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