**Grilled Caesar Salad: A Delightful Fusion of Freshness and Charred Goodness**
Indulge in the tantalizing Grilled Caesar Salad, a culinary symphony of crisp romaine lettuce, smoky grilled chicken or shrimp, crunchy croutons, and a creamy, tangy Caesar dressing. This salad is not just a meal; it's an experience. The interplay of textures and flavors will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.
But that's not all. This article also offers variations on the classic Caesar salad, taking you on a culinary journey of taste and innovation. From a refreshing Grilled Caesar Salad with Shrimp and Avocado to a hearty Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad with Roasted Tomatoes, each recipe brings a unique twist to this timeless dish.
Get ready to fire up your grill and embark on a culinary adventure with the Grilled Caesar Salad and its delectable variations. Let's dive into the recipes and discover the secrets behind this tantalizing dish.
GRILLED ROMAINE CAESAR SALAD
Steps:
- For the croutons: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Toss the bread cubes with the oil and House Seasoning in a medium bowl. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and toasted, about 10 minutes. Let cool.
- For the dressing: Meanwhile, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Whisk in water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the dressing is thin enough to drizzle.
- For the salad: Heat a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the cut sides of the romaine halves with the oil and season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Place the halves cut-side down on the pan and cook until slightly charred, about 2 minutes. Transfer each half cut-side up on a plate. Drizzle with the dressing and top with the croutons, Parmesan and lemon zest.
- Stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
SALAD: GRILLED CAESAR SALAD (ADAPTED FROM COOK'S COUNTRY) RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by SharonE
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Soak minced garlic clove in the lemon juice for 10 minutes to soften the garlic potency. Process mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, anchovy (if using), lemon juice and minced garlic, vinegar, Worcestershire, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in blender until smooth. With machine running, pour in reserved oil and process until thoroughly incorporated. Brush slices of baguette, on both sides, with olive oil. Place on hot grill, one minute each side. Spoon some of the dressing on the cut side of the romaine heads. If desired, sprinkle some of the parmesan on top. Grill on high heat, cut side down, for 1-2 minutes. Remove. You still want the lettuce to be crisp...just a little charred on the ends. Spread a little more dressing on each head, and sprinkle parmesan and black pepper. Serve with toasted baguette slices.
GRILLED CAESAR SALAD
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, add the mayonnaise, Worcestershire, lemon juice, mustard, vinegar and garlic and whisk until combined. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Add the Parmesan and continue to whisk. Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil on the romaine hearts and season with salt and pepper. Place the romaine cut-side down on the grill and cook until nicely marked, 2 to 3 minutes. Brush the bread slices with olive oil and place on the grill. Cook until grill marks appear on both sides and the bread is crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Spread the sugar out on a small plate. Dip the cut sides of the lemons into the sugar. Place the lemon halves on the grill and cook until slightly charred and grill marked, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Cut the bread into bite-sized pieces. Place the romaine hearts, croutons and lemons on a wooden board and serve with the Caesar dressing.
GRILLED CAESAR SALAD
This recipe, from Alan Ashkinaze of the now-closed Millesime in Manhattan, came to The Times in 2012. In his version of the classic Caesar salad, a light grilling enhances the flavor of the romaine lettuce, which is then brushed with a dressing brightened by lime juice. The whole thing is finished with Parmesan, toasted on the grill. It comes together quickly, and it's a perfect pairing for a rib-eye, served along with a deep red.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories salads and dressings
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make the Caesar dressing. Put the minced garlic into a medium bowl, and add the minced anchovies. Using a whisk, mix and mash these ingredients together until they form a paste. Add the egg yolks and the mustard, and begin to whisk them with the paste. Add a small stream of olive oil while continuing to whisk. Add more olive oil, whisking all the while, until the dressing begins to emulsify. Add the Worcestershire sauce, and continue to whisk until the dressing achieves a mayonnaiselike consistency. Add the red-wine vinegar, whisk to combine, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Make the vinaigrette. Combine the lime zest, lime juice, balsamic vinegar and oil in another small bowl, and whisk to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Make the salad. Drizzle the olive oil over the quartered heads of lettuce. Lightly grill these over a low fire for 15 to 20 seconds on each side, until they have a light goldenness, and remove to a platter. Using a pastry brush or a small spoon, paint the Caesar dressing over the lettuce, making sure to get dressing between the leaves. Return lettuces to edges of grill, sprinkle with Parmesan and cover for 30 seconds to allow the cheese to soften and toast. Remove lettuce to a platter, and drizzle with lime vinaigrette. Serve two pieces each, alongside a steak.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 829, UnsaturatedFat 66 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 82 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 1050 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED CAESAR SALAD
Categories Salad Blender Cheese Dairy Egg Fish Garlic Leafy Green Side Backyard BBQ Grill/Barbecue Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Purée anchovies, garlic, oil, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth.
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (moderate heat for gas).
- Brush both sides of baguette slices with some of anchovy dressing, then grill bread, turning over occasionally, until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add egg and lemon juice to dressing in blender and blend until emulsified, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt.
- Cut romaine hearts in half lengthwise, then grill, cut sides down, covered only if using a gas grill, until grill marks just appear, about 2 minutes. Cut romaine crosswise into 2-inch-wide strips and transfer to a bowl.
- Halve or quarter toasts and add to romaine along with Parmigiano-Reggiano.
- Toss salad with just enough dressing to coat and serve immediately.
CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD(COOK'S COUNTRY)
Make and share this Classic Caesar Salad(Cook's Country) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Coppercloud
Categories Greens
Time 20m
Yield 12 cups, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk oil and garlic in large bowl; reserve 1/4 cup. Toss bread with remaining oil mixture and season with salt and pepper. Bake bread on rimmed baking sheet until golden, about 20 minutes. Cool completely.
- 2. Process mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, anchovy (if using), lemon juice, vinegar, Worcestershire, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in blender until smooth. With machine running, pour in reserved oil and process until thoroughly incorporated.
- 3. Toss romaine, shredded Parmesan, and dressing in large bowl. Add croutons and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.4, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 23.4, Sodium 539.5, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 12.2
Tips:
- Use fresh romaine lettuce for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure the lettuce is dry before grilling it, or it will steam instead of char.
- Grill the lettuce over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until it is slightly charred and wilted.
- For a more intense flavor, grill the lettuce directly over the flames.
- To make the Caesar dressing, use a good quality mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese.
- Add a little anchovy paste to the dressing for a more authentic flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately, while the lettuce is still warm.
Conclusion:
Grilled Caesar salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. The grilled romaine lettuce gives the salad a slightly smoky flavor, while the Caesar dressing adds a rich and creamy flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
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