Lunch: Grilled Lettuces with Crème Fraîche and Avocado
Recipe by Roberta's in Brooklyn chef, Carlo Mirarchi Don't try this with iceberg," advises Roberta's chef Carlo Mirarchi. Flavorful, robust lettuces work best, allowing you to get grill marks on one side while the rest wilts.
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Health and fertility benefits of Grilled Lettuces with Crème Fraîche and Avocado
Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood. Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.
Ingredients
2 romaine lettuce hearts and/or large heads of Treviso radicchio, halved lengthwise
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 cup mizuna or baby mustard greens
1/2 cup crème fraîche
1 avocado, cut into quarters
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)
Instructions
Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Brush cut sides of lettuce with a total of 2 tablespoons oil; season with kosher salt and pepper. Grill lettuce, cut side down, until lightly charred, about 2 minutes.
Toss mizuna with 1 tablespoon oil in a medium bowl; season with kosher salt.
Dollop crème fraîche on a platter and top with grilled lettuce and avocado; scatter mizuna over. Drizzle with lemon juice and more oil; season with sea salt and pepper.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 4
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
