Let’s get right to the heart of it, shall we? Simply put, hearts of romaine are the most desirable part of the lettuce.  Maybe it’s the crunch. Maybe it’s the easy-going, ever-so-slightly bitter flavor. Maybe it’s the fact, with, Trader Joe’s Romaine Hearts, all the work has been done. With no dark, outer leaves to trim away, you can use the whole heart, and simply enjoy the fruits of this verdant, versatile vegetable. 
 
Romaine, the modern descendant of the oldest of all lettuce types, adds a delightful, crunchy texture to mixed green salads. In fact, it’s the lettuce of choice for a Caesar, Niçoise, or Cobb salad—a triple threat, if we’ve ever seen one. Romaine leaves bring excellent crunch to a burger or sandwich, and are an excellent option for using as a wrap or lettuce cup. Did you know? Romaine Hearts can even be grilled! Wash the whole Heart, then split it in half and brush with olive oil, grill just until char marks appear, then sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve with or without salad dressing. Now that’s what we call Heart-warming!