Ingredients

  • 4 bunches romaine hearts
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Vegetable cooking spray or oil
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup freshly shaved or shredded Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Cut romaine hearts in half lengthwise, keeping leaves intact. Cut red onion crosswise into 1/2-inch slices, keeping rings intact; brush with olive oil, and set aside.
  • Coat food grater evenly with vegetable cooking spray, or brush lightly with vegetable oil. Place food on grate gril over medium heat (300° to 350°).
  • Place romaine halves, cut side down, on food grate. Grill, uncovered, 3 to 5 minutes or until just wilted. If desired, rotate halves once to get crisscross grill marks. Brush warm romaine halves with Buttermilk-Chive Dressing, coating lightly.
  • Place two romaine halves on each of 4 salad plates. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Top each evenly with onion slices and freshly shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with remaining Buttermilk-Chive Dressing.