Grilled Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 3 cloves garlic, 2 minced, 1 cut in half; 3 tinned anchovy fillets; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup plus 3 Tbsp. olive oil; Salt and pepper; 1 12-inch baguette, sliced in half lengthwise; 3 romaine hearts, outer leaves removed, hearts halved lengthwise (keep root intact); 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Servings: persons

1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic, 2 minced, 1 cut in half
3 tinned anchovy fillets
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup plus 3 Tbsp. olive oil
Salt and pepper
1 12-inch baguette, sliced in half lengthwise
3 romaine hearts, outer leaves removed, hearts halved lengthwise (keep root intact)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

1
Make dressing: Puree mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, minced garlic, anchovies, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and mustard in blender until smooth. With motor running, drizzle in 1/2 cup oil and blend. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate.
2
Preheat grill to medium-high. Brush cut side of bread with some of remaining oil. Grill bread, turning once, until toasted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove bread from grill and rub with cut side of halved garlic clove. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
3
Brush all sides of lettuce with remaining oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill lettuce, turning frequently, until lightly charred around edges, 2 to 3 minutes.
4
Chop lettuce and divide among 6 bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan, scatter baguette pieces over and drizzle with some of the dressing. Serve immediately, passing additional dressing on the side.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 3 cloves garlic, 2 minced, 1 cut in half, and more.

Yes, Grilled Caesar Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Caesar Salad

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