Grilled Little Gem Lettuces with Orange, Sherry Vinegar, and Walnuts
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp sherry vinegar
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 8 little gem lettuces or hearts of romaine
- 1 orange for garnish
Instructions
- In small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, maple syrup, sweet paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Chop walnuts or blitz in food processor to the size of small peas and set aside.
- Slice each lettuce in half lengthwise, being careful to retain core. Wash and dry lettuce well. Brush each lettuce half with a bit of olive oil mixture and place cut side down on grill until just wilted and grill marks are showing, about 2 minutes. Turn and grill the other side, about another minute.
- Remove lettuce halves to serving plate; sprinkle with chopped walnuts, and drizzle with remaining dressing. Using a rasp, zest a bit of orange over each piece of lettuce. Cut orange in half and squeeze juice from half the orange over lettuce pieces to finish.
Notes
Per serving: 190 calories; 10 g protein; 10 g total fat (1 g sat. fat); 23 g total carbohydrates (9 g sugars, 1 g fiber); 119 mg sodium