Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Romaine with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds. This delightful salad features crisp and refreshing romaine lettuce, perfectly complemented by a creamy, tangy blue cheese vinaigrette. The vinaigrette, a harmonious blend of blue cheese, mayonnaise, buttermilk, and vinegar, adds a luscious richness and a hint of sharpness to the salad. With its vibrant colors and irresistible taste, this dish is a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Accompanying the main recipe, we also present a collection of variations to cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. For those who prefer a lighter option, we offer a lightened-up version of the vinaigrette, made with nonfat buttermilk and reduced-fat mayonnaise. For those with a vegan lifestyle, we have crafted a delectable vegan blue cheese dressing, using silken tofu, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice to create a creamy and flavorful alternative. Additionally, we provide a step-by-step guide to making homemade blue cheese dressing from scratch, ensuring the freshest and most flavorful dressing possible. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our Romaine with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette, and discover a world of taste sensations.
ROMAINE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 5m
Yield 2 BIG GUY servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place lettuce in a big bowl. Combine garlic, oregano, sugar and vinegar in a small bowl. Add oil to dressing in a slow stream and mix with a whisk or fork. Stir in blue cheese. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
GRILLED ROMAINE WITH BLUE CHEESE-BACON VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to high heat.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a saute pan over high heat. Add the onions and bacon and cook until the bacon is crispy. To the same pan add the balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Brush the romaine lettuce with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, place on the grill cut side down, and quickly sear.
- Serve the lettuce, cut side up, and drizzle the balsamic dressing over the lettuce. Sprinkle with blue cheese and garnish with cracked black pepper.
GRILLED ROMAINE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories side-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to medium.
- For the dressing: In a blender, combine the lemon juice, vinegar, capers, salt and garlic. Blend until smooth. Add the Worcestershire, hot sauce, anchovies and 1/2 cup of the olive oil and blend until smooth. Taste for seasoning. Add the remaining olive oil if needed. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss 4 of the romaine halves in a little olive oil and season them with salt. Put them in a single layer on the grill and cook for 3 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side for 3 additional minutes; the romaine should feel slightly warm and tender. Transfer the halves to a large platter. Spoon a little dressing on each.
- On a flat surface, finely chop the rest of the romaine and add it to a medium bowl. Add the remaining vinaigrette, a touch of lemon juice and the basil leaves. Toss to coat the romaine.
- Top the grilled romaine with some of the chopped, dressed romaine. Garnish with crumbled blue cheese and serve immediately.
GRILLED ROMAINE WITH BLUE CHEESE-BACON VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Guy Fieri
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat a grill or indoor grill pan to high.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the onion and bacon and cook until the bacon is crispy. Remove the onion and bacon from the pan. Add the balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet and reduce for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside. Brush the romaine with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Place on the grill cut-side down and quickly sear until grill marks are visible. Set aside. For each serving, place a half head of romaine cut-side up on a plate and drizzle the balsamic dressing on top. Sprinkle with blue cheese and the bacon and onion, and garnish with cracked black pepper. Photograph by Yunhee Kim
GRILLED ROMAINE WITH BLUE CHEESE
A nice alternative to the traditional wedge salad. Great for summer grilling. So original that your friends will be talking about it for weeks.
Provided by Chicago Rob
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, blue cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, shallot, and garlic in a medium bowl. Mix well, then season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
- When ready to prepare the salad, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute bacon, turning as needed, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Dice cooled bacon and set aside.
- Lightly brush romaine on all sides with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Using a pair of tongs, place romaine, cut-sides down, on the preheated grill. Cook until slightly caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes; it should still be slightly raw and crunchy in the center. Remove to a clean platter and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Place each romaine half on a serving plate. Drizzle with dressing and top with tomato and diced bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 597.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe and fresh romaine lettuce.
- If you don't have blue cheese, you can substitute another type of cheese, such as feta or goat cheese.
- To make the vinaigrette, use a high-quality olive oil.
- Add some chopped walnuts or almonds to the salad for extra crunch.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing it, so the lettuce doesn't wilt.
Conclusion:
Romaine with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is light and refreshing, yet filling and satisfying. The blue cheese vinaigrette adds a tangy and flavorful touch to the salad, and the combination of romaine lettuce, blue cheese, and vinaigrette is simply irresistible. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy lunch or a side salad for dinner, Romaine with Blue Cheese Vinaigrette is a great choice. It is a healthy and delicious salad that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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