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Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing

July 12, 2019 By Patricia 38 Comments

Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing is a delicious salad that is super easy to make. I love its simplicity, yet the dressing is big on flavor (and doesn’t include eggs). It’s great to serve any time of year.

Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing is a deliciously different salad you'll love. Make this any time of year!

This was one of the first recipes I posted on this site YEARS ago! I’ve only updated the photos here, though. The recipe itself has definitely stood the test of time.

This is not your typical Caesar salad. In my opinion, it’s better. The greens are grilled (along with the bread used for croutons), which gives it a slightly smoky flavor — mmm!

Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing is a fun way to serve your salad. It's grilled for added flavor.

I love Caesar salad but in the past I haven’t made it at home very often. I really don’t like ordering it out at most restaurants (there are a few exceptions) for a few reasons. First, the raw eggs used in the standard-style dressing creep me out! Second, I think a lot of restaurants fail in the dressing department: I’m not picky, but many salads are served swimming in dressing, and it’s hard to order it on the side for a Caesar salad.  

Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing is a fun salad to serve any time of year. You'll love its flavor.

This recipe for Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing is really nice because it’s easy to put together any time of year. You can easily make it inside using a grill pan on the stove, or outside on the grill.

The dressing includes anchovy paste for great flavor, and I love using the paste format because it’s so convenient. The ingredient that’s missing, raw egg, makes me most happy! No worries, because it’s not needed for flavor. This dressing is delicious.

Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing is a fun salad any time of year. You'll love the flavor grilling adds, and the dressing is delicious (with no egg included)!

This is a really nice summer salad, but like I said, you can make it indoors, even in the middle of winter! There isn’t anything complicated about this salad, and it only includes a handful of ingredients. It’s light, slightly smoky, and best of all, you’re in control of the dressing.

There’s still a little summer left, but you can still enjoy this even if you’ve packed up your grill for the season. It’s always a good time for Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing!

Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing is a fantastic summer salad. Get your grill on with Grilled Romaine Salad with Caesar Dressing!

 

Nutrition

Calories

223 cal

Fat

22 g

Carbs

3 g

Protein

4 g
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Serves Serves 4

Grilled Caesar Salad and Dressing

You'll love the simplicity and flavors in this salad! The dressing is easy to make and doesn't include eggs. You can use a grill pan on your stovetop to make this, or outside on your grill for a unique and flavorful salad.

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Ingredients

  • 2 heads of Romaine lettuce, washed and sliced in half lengthwise, with bottom stem intact
  • 1/2 loaf of a baguette, sliced about 3-inches thick
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • Juice from one small lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to brush on the Romaine, and the bread
  • 1-1/4 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • Salt and pepper to season
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra to shave as garnish

Instructions

  1. For the dressing, combine the garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire, mustard, oil, anchovy paste, grated Parmesan, and salt and pepper a food processor and blend. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Brush both sides of the bread slices with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Brush oil on both sides of the Romaine, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Lightly spray or brush your grill grate with nonstick cooking spray or vegetable oil. Heat the grill to medium. Place the Romaine halves over the heat. Grill on both sides for about 2 minutes, or until lightly charred. Remove and set aside.
  4. Turn the grill to low and add the bread slices. Allow the bread to get toasty with just slight grill markings. Remove. When cool to the touch, tear into halves.
  5. Arrange the Romaine on a serving platter surrounded with the toasted bread.
  6. Shave Parmesan cheese over top.
  7. Serve with the dressing to drizzle over the top.
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Comments

  1. kristal says

    September 8, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    This is so interesting. I would not want to change anything in the recipe I will have to show my hubby this so we can make it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 10, 2017 at 1:42 am

      Thanks so much, Kristal! I hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  2. Ruthie Ridley says

    September 9, 2017 at 1:13 am

    Oh my word, this looks amazing! FAVE salad!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 10, 2017 at 1:41 am

      Thanks so much, Ruthie! It's a good one, for sure!
      Reply
  3. Denay DeGuzman says

    September 9, 2017 at 4:44 am

    I love Caesar Salad, but I'd never grilled it before. It look so darn delicious that way! Patricia, I'm looking forward to making your recipe and enjoying the yummy homemade dressing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 10, 2017 at 1:41 am

      Thanks a bunch, Denay! It's really a neat way to serve this salad. Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  4. Dia All The Things I Do says

    September 9, 2017 at 10:16 pm

    I've only had grilled salad once and I don't why I was shocked I liked it so much. This looks yummy. Ceaser is one of my favorites.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 10, 2017 at 1:38 am

      Thanks! I hope you try this one. I love it!
      Reply
  5. Stephany says

    July 12, 2019 at 7:05 am

    This looks soo good!!! I’m going to try this today, I love a good Cesar salad!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      Thanks, Stephany! Enjoy!
      Reply
  6. Nicole Flower says

    July 12, 2019 at 8:57 am

    This sounds so summer perfect an I agree restaurants always use way too much dressing! Thank you for the recipe. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      Thank you, Nicole!
      Reply
  7. Kim Seghers says

    July 12, 2019 at 12:25 pm

    This recipe looks delicious. I need to try it this weekend. I never thought about having a grilled salad before.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      Thanks, Kim! Enjoy!
      Reply
  8. Willy Burden says

    July 12, 2019 at 9:14 pm

    I love Caesar Salads! This looks delicious. I’m saving it and am going to use this recipe soon! Thank you for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      Thanks, Willy! Enjoy!
      Reply
  9. Chrissie Baker says

    July 13, 2019 at 6:29 am

    I LOVE how easy and delicious this is! Good idea! Looks very tasty! I am going to make this!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      Thank you, Chrissie!
      Reply
  10. Katerina @ diethood .com says

    July 13, 2019 at 7:13 am

    This is such an awesome salad!! I can't wait to try it!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:15 pm

      Thank you!
      Reply
  11. Christa says

    July 13, 2019 at 10:37 am

    I have never had a grilled salad before! It sounds like such a delicious way to change it up. I can’t wait to try it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 7, 2020 at 3:15 pm

      They're so good! Enjoy!
      Reply
  12. Beth Pierce says

    July 13, 2019 at 5:21 pm

    I know what I will be having for lunch tomorrow! This look so crisp and refreshing! Delish
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 11, 2019 at 7:01 pm

      Oooo! Awesome! Enjoy!
      Reply
  13. Rachel says

    July 14, 2019 at 6:48 pm

    This looks AMAZING. I'M SO INTRIGUED by grilled salads!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 11, 2019 at 7:01 pm

      Thanks, Rachel! I hope you try it!
      Reply
  14. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    July 14, 2019 at 6:52 pm

    YUM!!! I love this delicious version!!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2019 at 6:13 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Erin!
      Reply
  15. Albany says

    July 15, 2019 at 4:54 am

    This recipe is a bit of a mind-blown for me! I had to read the title twice as I was expecting your take on a Grilled CHICKEN Caesar Salad. Then I realized that the romaine lettuce is grilled. So excited to give this recipe a try!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2019 at 6:13 pm

      Ha! A little different from the usual! I hope you give this a try! Thanks, Albany!
      Reply
  16. Des says

    July 15, 2019 at 10:03 am

    This is a salad I could eat every single day! I love that you have grilled it, I have never tried it like this before, but now I can't wait to make it.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2019 at 6:14 pm

      Thanks, Des! I hope you try it! It's really great!
      Reply
  17. Jacquelyn Hastert says

    July 15, 2019 at 10:19 am

    I love how much flavor this dressing brings into the salad. No eggs is huge as my kiddos don't care for them. I can't wait to give this salad a try.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2019 at 6:14 pm

      Thanks so much, Jacquelyn! I hope you all enjoy this one!
      Reply
  18. Crystal @classicallycrstal says

    July 16, 2019 at 8:39 pm

    Caesar salad is my absolute fave! I love salads but I have never had one that has been grilled. I will defiantly have to try this. It looks delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2019 at 6:13 pm

      I hope you try this, Crystal, and enjoy!
      Reply
  19. Cayla says

    July 18, 2019 at 11:08 am

    I'm going to be living off of your site! SO many incredible recipes. Caesar salads are a favorite in my home. Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 20, 2019 at 6:07 pm

      Aww, that's great to hear! Thanks for your kind words, Cayla!
      Reply

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