Grilled Romaine Salad with Apples Bacon and Roquefort Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this Grilled Romaine Salad with Apples, Bacon, and Roquefort Dressing, a bold and flavorful twist on a classic dish. Perfectly charred romaine hearts form the smoky base, topped with crispy thick-cut bacon, tart Granny Smith apples, and a creamy Roquefort cheese dressing that balances tangy, salty, and sweet flavors. The dressing, made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and a hint of honey, adds a luscious finish, while chopped chives enhance its fresh, herbaceous notes. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this salad is an impressive choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Its combination of smoky, savory, and bright flavors will leave everyone asking for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine hearts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 slices Thick-cut bacon
- 1 whole Granny Smith apple
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 cups Roquefort cheese
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Chives, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Slice the romaine hearts in half lengthwise, leaving the core intact to hold the leaves together.
Brush the cut sides of the romaine with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Place the bacon slices in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the bacon, drain on paper towels, and crumble into small pieces.
Thinly slice the Granny Smith apple and toss the slices with lemon juice to prevent browning. Set aside.
To make the Roquefort dressing, combine the Roquefort cheese, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, honey, and chopped chives in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
Grill the romaine halves cut side down for about 1-2 minutes, or until lightly charred but still crisp. Remove from heat and set on a serving platter.
Top each grilled romaine half with sliced apples, crumbled bacon, and a generous drizzle of Roquefort dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1034 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.6 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2506 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 780 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
