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prep time
9 min
cook time
8 min
ready time
17 min
Keto Grilled Lettuce with Avocado Dressing
This quick and easy grilled lettuce is drizzled with a zesty avocado dressing and topped with aromatic scallions.
This makes a great side dish to spicy proteins such as chicken, pork or tofu.
Net Carbs
2.7 g
Fiber
3.1 g
Total Carbs
5.8 g
Protein
1.3 g
Fats
41.5 g
390 cals
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Ingredients
Lime Juice, Fresh
2 teaspoon
Little Gem Lettuce
1 x 1
Lime Zest
1 teaspoon
Garlic
1 clove
Scallions
1 medium - 4 1/8" long
Avocado
½ each
Olive Oil
⅓ cup
Salt, Sea Salt
¼ teaspoon
Black Pepper
⅛ teaspoon
Recipe Steps
steps 5
17 min
Step 1
Slice a thin layer from the tough base of the lettuce and remove any wilted outer leaves, ensuring the lettuce remains intact. Slice the lettuce in half lengthwise. Mix a tablespoon of olive oil with a teaspoon of lime juice and brush all over the lettuce. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.Step 2
Heat a griddle pan over a high heat and place the lettuce in the pan cut side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes until well charred, turn and cook the other side for a further 3-4 minutes or until the lettuce is tender.Step 3
Whilst the lettuce is cooking, add the avocado flesh to a food processor along with the remaining lime juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.Step 4
Spoon the avocado dressing over the charred lettuce.Step 5
Scatter with sliced scallion to serve.
