Sometimes the smallest details make the biggest difference! Raw Romaine lettuce is a delicious, nutritious & crispy addition to any salad. However, when you cut a head of fresh Romaine in half & cook it on a grill for a few minutes—magic happens! The flavors intensify & lend an interesting dimension to an otherwise basic salad!

Serves 4

Ingredients for Salad:

• 2 heads Romaine lettuce, washed, patted dry and cut in half length-wise
• 8 oz. rotisserie chicken breast meat
• 4 oz. goat cheese
• 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Ingredients for Balsamic Vinaigrette

• 1/2 cup organic extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 T. fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp. Dijon™ mustard
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 2 tsp. honey
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions to ‘Grill’ the Romaine Lettuce:

1. Set your oven to broil.
2. Cut the Romaine heads in half and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place under the preheated broiler for a couple minutes (keeping a close eye on it because lettuce will burn quickly). Remove once the lettuce is a nice, golden brown.

Instructions to Finish the Salad:

1. Add all the ingredients for the balsamic vinaigrette together in a glass bowl. Whisk thoroughly to combine. Allow vinaigrette to sit for at least half an hour to give the flavors a chance to meld.
2. Place 1/2 browned Romaine head on each plate and top with 2 oz. of chicken and 1 oz. of goat cheese. Divide sliced red cabbage and chopped pecans among the four plates. Drizzle each salad with a little of the vinaigrette and serve immediately.