Description
Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad offers a smoky, slightly charred twist on a classic salad. Grilling the romaine hearts adds a depth of flavor and a tender-crisp texture that pairs perfectly with a creamy Caesar dressing, crunchy croutons, and salty Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads romaine lettuce, halved lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the cut sides of the romaine hearts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the romaine hearts cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly charred and wilted.
- Remove the romaine from the grill and let it cool slightly.
- Roughly chop or leave the romaine halves whole and arrange on a platter or individual plates.
- Drizzle with Caesar dressing.
- Top with croutons and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust grilling time based on your preference for char.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- Use fresh, good-quality Parmesan cheese for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg