Romaine with Pan Roasted Garlic Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Romaine with Pan Roasted Garlic Dressing, a refreshing yet indulgent dish perfect for any occasion. Crisp, leafy romaine lettuce is the star, paired with a luxurious dressing infused with golden, pan-roasted garlic for a deep, nutty flavor. A harmonious blend of tangy red wine vinegar, a touch of honey, and Dijon mustard creates a balanced dressing that’s both zesty and slightly sweet. Garnished with crispy garlic slices and optional Parmesan cheese, this salad delivers a dynamic contrast of textures and flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an effortless side dish or light main course that’s as elegant as it is easy. Perfect for garlic lovers and salad enthusiasts, this recipe is your go-to for a healthy, flavor-packed meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.
In a small skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook gently until golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Once the garlic is golden and fragrant, remove it from the heat. Strain the oil into a small bowl, reserving the garlic slices for garnish.
In the small bowl with the garlic-infused oil, whisk in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or vinegar as needed.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the romaine lettuce with the dressing until evenly coated.
Transfer the dressed romaine to a serving platter. Garnish with the reserved crispy garlic slices and Parmesan cheese, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your crisp, flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.8 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2468 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1174 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2454 mg | 52% | |
*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.
