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Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad lettuce topped with toasted panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, and Caesar dressing, offering a smoky and crunchy twist on the classic Caesar salad.

Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad

This smoky, crunchy Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad is topped with a rich, creamy vegetarian dressing, making it the perfect summer side dish.
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Course: Salad, Side
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Keyword: caesar salad, Grilled Romaine, Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad, grilled salad, summer side, vegetarian caesar dressing
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 388kcal
Cost: $6

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce rinsed halved lengthwise and dried
  • 2 teaspoon olive oil divided
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs for crunch
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter for toasting panko
  • 1 tablespoon Everything Bagel Seasoning adds flavor depth
  • ½ package seaweed sheets crumbled about 0.07 oz or 2g for garnish and dressing
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese shredded for topping

Fish-Free Vegetarian (or Vegan) Caesar Dressing Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise regular or vegan for creaminess
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed for acidity
  • 2 garlic cloves minced for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon mellow white miso adds umami
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard for tang
  • 1½ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt for seasoning
  • 2 teaspoon granulated sugar balances acidity
  • ½ cup water to thin the dressing
  • ¼ cup olive oil for richness
  • ½ package seaweed sheets crumbled about 0.07 oz or 2g for flavor and garnish

Instructions

  • Gather all ingredients and preheat the grill.
  • Cut the romaine hearts in half, keeping the root intact. Ensure the lettuce is completely dry. Brush the cut sides with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
  • Grill the lettuce on both cut sides until lightly charred, about 3 minutes total, ensuring all sides get some color.
  • Transfer the grilled lettuce to the fridge to cool while preparing the dressing and other components.
  • In a dry pan, melt the butter with the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil. Toast the panko breadcrumbs until golden brown, then remove from the heat.
  • Add all dressing ingredients (except seaweed) to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in the crumbled seaweed into the dressing.
  • Drizzle the dressing generously over each romaine heart. Top with toasted panko, Everything Bagel Seasoning, additional seaweed, and fresh Parmesan.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy the smoky, crunchy texture of this grilled romaine Caesar salad!

Notes

Perfect for a summer BBQ or light dinner, this grilled romaine Caesar salad brings great texture and flavor with every bite. The homemade dressing is creamy and umami-rich!

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 880mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg