Grilled Caesar Salad Delight (Printable format)

A healthy take on Caesar salad with grilled romaine hearts.

# List of ingredients:

→ Salad

01 - 2 large romaine hearts, halved lengthwise

→ 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

→ 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

# How to make it:

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 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 Suggestions:

01 -
  • It manages to elevate the simple salad experience with that smoky, grilled flavor.
  • Everyone gets that satisfying crunch from homemade croutons, and who doesn’t love a bit of extra Parmesan?
02 -
  • Grilling romaine can seem risky, as overdoing it turns it wilty—monitor it closely for the best texture.
  • Always taste your dressing before drizzling; a little more lemon or a pinch of salt can make a world of difference.
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  • The best croutons come from day-old bread—let it dry out a bit if you can.
  • Quality of the Parmesan makes a noticeable difference; always go for fresh!
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