Grilled Romaine Salad with Homemade Caesar Dressing Recipe

If you're looking for a fresh and delicious salad that's perfect for summer, look no further than this grilled romaine salad with homemade Caesar dressing recipe. This salad is easy to make, full of flavor, and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients:

• 2 heads of romaine lettuce, halved lengthwise
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup croutons
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

This image shows the grilled romaine lettuce halves, with char marks from the grill, topped with croutons and Parmesan cheese.

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Brush the cut sides of the romaine lettuce with the olive oil mixture.
4. Place the romaine halves on the grill, cut side down, and grill for 1-2 minutes, until they are slightly charred.
5. Flip the romaine halves over and grill for another 1-2 minutes.
6. Remove the romaine halves from the grill and let them cool slightly.
7. Divide the romaine halves among four plates.
8. Top each plate with croutons and grated Parmesan cheese.
9. Drizzle the homemade Caesar dressing over the top of each salad.

This image shows a small bowl of homemade Caesar dressing, with a whisk in the bowl and the ingredients visible in the background.

Homemade Caesar Dressing Recipe:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil

This image shows the ingredients for the homemade Caesar dressing, arranged on a cutting board with a whisk and a small bowl.To make the dressing, whisk together all of the ingredients except for the olive oil. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.This grilled romaine salad with homemade Caesar dressing is perfect for a summer barbecue or a light and refreshing lunch. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. Give it a try today!