Char-grilled Spring Salad ala Pompeii

from the c’est si bon! kitchen www.cestsibon.net 919-942-6550

Char-grilled Spring Salad ala Pompeii

from the c’est si bon kitchen

1 head romaine

4 cups seasonal vegetables suitable for grilling

olive oil

1 loaf artisanal bread, sliced in half lengthwise

1 c. each fresh herbs

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 lemon, zested and juiced

¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons vinegar

freshly cracked black pepper and sea salt to taste

farmstead cheese, optional (but yum!)

prepare and grill vegetables and bread as directed by chef.

make the dressing by squeezing and zest the lemon directly into a large, shallow bowl perfect for serving the salad. add the minced garlic, scatter the herbs on top. drizzle with the oil and vinegar. chop the grilled vegetables and bread. add to dressing and toss to evenly coat the ingredients. season to taste with salt and pepper.

let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to allow flavors to mellow.

may add various cheeses as well.

makes 4-6 servings.