Grilled Caesar Salad Delight (Printable)

A smoky salad with charred romaine, creamy dressing, and croutons.

# What You'll Need:

β†’ Romaine

01 - 2 large romaine hearts, halved lengthwise

β†’ Dressing

02 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
04 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
05 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 4 anchovy fillets, mashed (optional for vegetarian)
08 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

β†’ Croutons & Toppings

10 - 1 cup rustic bread, cut into bite-sized cubes
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil (for croutons)
12 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan, for topping

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush romaine halves lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
03 - Place romaine halves cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly charred but not wilted. Remove and set aside.
04 - Toss bread cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill them on a tray or in a basket for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp and golden.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, mashed anchovies (if using), and grated Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Arrange grilled romaine halves on a platter. Drizzle with Caesar dressing.
07 - Sprinkle grilled croutons and shaved Parmesan over the top.
08 - Serve immediately while the romaine is warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It’s a fun and impressive way to elevate a classic salad for your friends.
  • Each bite offers a delightful crunch from the croutons and a surprising depth from the grilled romaine.
02 -
  • Never walk away from the grill; grilled romaine can go from perfectly charred to burnt in seconds.
  • Experiment with the dressing; adding more anchovies or lemon can completely change the flavor profile for the better.
03 -
  • Letting your dressing sit for a bit can help the flavors meld beautifully.
  • If you're making this in advance, store the dressing separately to maintain freshness.
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