Grilled Caesar Salad with Romaine

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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. Place cut-side down on the grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly charred but not wilted. Remove and set aside.

03 - 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.

04 - 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.

05 - Arrange grilled romaine halves on a platter. Drizzle with Caesar dressing. Sprinkle grilled croutons and shaved Parmesan over the top.

06 - Serve immediately while the romaine is warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

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It's an unexpected twist that makes people exclaim in delight.
The smoky grilled flavor adds depth to a familiar favorite, making it hard to stop at just one serving.

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Be careful not to over-grill the romaine; you want it charred, not wilted.
Using freshly squeezed lemon juice makes a world of difference in the dressing.

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