Description
A bold twist on the classic Caesar, this Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad delivers smoky, charred flavor paired with creamy garlic-Parmesan dressing, crunchy croutons, and a dusting of freshly grated cheese. Perfect as a light lunch, elevated side, or impressive starter.
Ingredients
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- 2 heads romaine lettuce, halved lengthwise
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- For the Caesar Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)
- Toppings:
- 1/3 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
- Cracked black pepper
- Lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush romaine halves with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the romaine cut side down for 2–3 minutes, until lightly charred and slightly wilted.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth. Add water to thin if desired.
- Place grilled romaine on a serving board or plate. Drizzle generously with Caesar dressing.
- Top with croutons, extra Parmesan, cracked pepper, and lemon zest.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of garlic in the dressing to suit your taste.
- If you want extra crunch, add more croutons or even toasted nuts.
- For a vegan version, swap the mayonnaise with a plant-based alternative and omit the Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
