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Grilled Caesar Salad

Grilled Caesar Salad

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Elevate your summer meals with this delicious Grilled Caesar Salad that combines smoky flavors and crunchy textures. Featuring charred romaine hearts, savory croutons, and a homemade smoky dressing, this salad is perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a refreshing meal at home. The grilling process brings out the natural sweetness of the ingredients while adding an irresistible depth of flavor. This versatile dish can be served as a hearty main course with grilled chicken or shrimp or as a delightful appetizer. Enjoy vibrant tastes in every bite with this easy-to-make recipe that everyone will love!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 heads of romaine hearts
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 slices crusty white bread
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon anchovy paste (or substitute)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Hickory liquid smoke

Instructions

  1. Make the Dressing: Blend mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, hickory smoke, salt, pepper, and olive oil until smooth. Refrigerate.
  2. Prepare the Grill: Preheat the grill to medium heat (350°F) and lightly oil the grate.
  3. Grill Ingredients: Brush romaine hearts and bread with olive oil. Grill for 2-5 minutes per side until charred. Optionally grill halved lemons cut-side down.
  4. Prepare Croutons: Tear grilled bread into pieces; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Assemble the Salad: Layer grilled romaine on a platter. Top with croutons and drizzle with dressing. Squeeze grilled lemon juice over if using.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: SIDES
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad portion (250g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 615mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg