Romaine Wedges with Tangy Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Romaine Wedges with Tangy Blue Cheese Vinaigrette
15 min.
4
179kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish to elevate your meal, look no further than this delightful Romaine Wedges with Tangy Blue Cheese Vinaigrette. This dish not only brings a burst of texture and flavor but also adheres to gluten-free diets, making it perfect for entertaining guests with various dietary preferences. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a salad that is both simple and sophisticated in under 15 minutes!

The crisp, cool romaine wedges provide an ideal canvas for the rich and tangy blue cheese vinaigrette, which is laced with delightful hints of anchovy and garlic. This dressing strikes the perfect balance between creamy and zesty, adding layers of flavor with each bite. The vibrant slices of red onion offer a touch of sharpness that harmonizes beautifully with the richness of the cheese.

Whether served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed as a stand-alone dish, these romaine wedges are sure to impress. The best part? This recipe is easily customizable; feel free to adjust the amount of blue cheese or add your favorite toppings for a unique twist. Get ready to indulge in a salad that’s not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients, all while keeping things gluten-free!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons anchovy paste 
  • ounces maytag cheese blue crumbled
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • small hearts of romaine halved lengthwise
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 small onion red thinly sliced
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
  2. Whisk in cheese, leaving some whole pieces. Season with salt and generous amount of cracked pepper.
  3. Place romaine wedges on plates.
  4. Drizzle 1/4 cup dressing over center of each. Top with onion.

Nutrition Facts

Calories179kcal
Protein16.99%
Fat69.5%
Carbs13.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.5
Glycemic Load
1.55
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.473913089089%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:179.32kcal
8.97%
Fat:13.94g
21.45%
Saturated Fat:6.12g
38.28%
Carbohydrates:6.1g
2.03%
Net Carbohydrates:4.66g
1.7%
Sugar:3.2g
3.55%
Cholesterol:23.17mg
7.72%
Sodium:416.66mg
18.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.67g
15.34%
Vitamin A:5138.7IU
102.77%
Vitamin K:62.18µg
59.22%
Folate:89.97µg
22.49%
Calcium:181.36mg
18.14%
Phosphorus:139.75mg
13.97%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.34%
Selenium:6.04µg
8.63%
Potassium:260.95mg
7.46%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.92%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.67%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.54%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.12%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.09%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.96%
Fiber:1.44g
5.74%
Iron:0.9mg
4.99%
Magnesium:18.99mg
4.75%
Vitamin B3:0.94mg
4.67%
Vitamin C:3.51mg
4.26%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.9%
Copper:0.06mg
2.84%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.2%
Source:Epicurious