Name: Charred Baby Gem, Watercress & Bacon Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 4 baby gem lettuce heads; 2 cups of watercress; 8 slices of bacon; 1 tablespoon of olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar

How To Make Charred Baby Gem, Watercress & Bacon Salad

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Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 5 minutes

Total: 15 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 baby gem lettuce heads
2 cups of watercress
8 slices of bacon
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Slice the baby gem lettuce heads in half lengthwise and brush with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Grill the lettuce halves for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until charred and slightly wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a separate pan, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
In a large bowl, combine the grilled lettuce, watercress, and bacon. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and toss gently to combine.
Serve the salad immediately as a side dish or main course.