how to make air fryer romaine lettuce (great for caesar)
Prepare to FALL IN LOVE with air fryer romaine lettuce! Who knew a simple head of romaine lettuce could taste so good?! This is a 5 minute recipe that is a LIFE CHANGER!Air Fryer romaine lettuce is simple!...Romaine lettuce, lightly oiled, seasoned with salt and pepper, and then air fried to perfection!
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1 tsp olive oil
- sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your air fryer to 400ºF. If your air fryer does not have a preheat setting, simply turn it on 5 minutes before using.
- Cut your romaine in half.
- Wash and dry thoroughly. You don't want your romaine lettuce to still be wet, it will not air fry as nicely.
- Brush 1 tsp of olive oil on your romaine lettuce. Distribute as evenly as possible.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned romaine lettuce in the preheated air fryer. Air fry at 400ºF for 3-5 minutes. Check at the 3 minute mark and give it more time if needed.
- The romaine will be ready when the outside leaves are slightly crispy. Don't overcook, the romaine will become too wilted.
- When ready, remove from air fryer. Enjoy as is or add your favorite dressing and toppings!
