Grilled Romaine Lettuce with Honey-Mustard Dressing and Crispy Chickpeas
Experience a completely new salad sensation with this recipe that embraces the popular trend of grilling lettuce. The lightly smoky, caramelized romaine lettuce perfectly complements a sweet and tangy dressing and crunchy chickpeas. You'll love this unique and flavorful dish!
Preparation
15 min.
Cook / Bake
25 min.
Servings
4
Calories
380 kcal
Ingredients
for 4 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
Crispy Chickpeas
- 400 gcanned chickpeas
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 0.5 tspgarlic powder
- 1 pinchsalt(to taste)
- 1 pinchblack pepper(to taste)
Grilled Romaine
- 2 headromaine lettuce
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 1 pinchsalt(to taste)
- 1 pinchblack pepper(to taste)
Honey-Mustard Dressing
- 3 tbspDijon mustard
- 2 tbsphoney
- 2 tbspapple cider vinegar
- 4 tbspolive oil
- 1 clovegarlic(minced)
- 1 pinchsalt(to taste)
- 1 pinchblack pepper(to taste)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel. In a medium bowl, toss the chickpeas with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Shake the pan halfway through baking for even crisping. Set aside.
While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the honey-mustard dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, 4 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Prepare the romaine lettuce. Wash the romaine heads and pat them dry. Cut each head lengthwise in half through the core. Brush the cut sides with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Once hot, place the romaine halves cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 2-4 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the lettuce is slightly wilted and caramelized, but still has a slight crunch. Be careful not to overcook.
Arrange the grilled romaine halves on serving plates. Drizzle generously with the honey-mustard dressing. Top with the crispy roasted chickpeas. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Varianten
- Add crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese for extra flavor.
- Top with toasted nuts like pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
- Try adding grilled cherry tomatoes or corn to the salad.
Ersatz & Alternativen
- Substitute maple syrup for honey to make this recipe vegan.
- Use white wine vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar in the dressing.
- Any mild, firm lettuce can be grilled, but romaine works best for its texture and ability to hold up to heat.
Aufbewahrung
Grilled romaine is best enjoyed fresh. Leftover dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Crispy chickpeas can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Einfrieren
This recipe is not suitable for freezing.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
380 kcal
Protein
11 g
Carbohydrates
35 g
Fat
23 g
Fiber
8 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/grilled-romaine-lettuce-with-honey-mustard-dressing-and-crispy-chickpeas
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