Just how to make a grilled Caesar salad? We’re glad you asked. The first time Alex and I tried grilling romaine lettuce, we were absolutely blown away by the smoky flavor. It’s truly something worth trying out: especially if you have the grill fired up for your grilled dinner. OK, now imagine it grilled: it takes it to a whole new level! This salad is perfect as a Memorial Day recipe, July 4, and any cookout in between.
Grill the romaine lettuce:
That’s it! In this recipe we’ve also added grilled avocado to make it even more fun. Just like grilling romaine, grilled avocado has an irresistible smoky flavor. It also adds a richness to the salad, and makes it more filling.
Grill the avocados:
How to make the best Caesar dressing
What brings this grilled Caesar salad together: our “famous” Caesar dressing. It’s very easy to make and tastes so creamy and savory, you’ll never buy it again! This healthy Caesar dressing is made with Greek yogurt, which adds tang and helps to cut back the calories a bit. Here’s what you’ll need to get big flavor:
Greek yogurt: Yogurt replaces some of the mayo for a healthy spin! It lightens it up and brings in some of those healthy probiotics from yogurt. (We also use this tactic in our Healthy Ranch.) Mayo: Brings big savory creaminess, like the standard Caesar dressing recipe. Lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice brings in that signature tang. Parmesan cheese: Parmesan brings in a savory saltiness. Garlic & Dijon mustard: These round out the super savory flavor in this Caesar dressing recipe. No anchovies necessary!
Want vegan instead? Try our vegan Caesar salad with vegan Caesar dressing: just swap in the grilled romaine!
How to serve grilled Caesar salad
This grilled Caesar salad is absolutely perfect for cookouts all season long! Here are a few more side dishes to serve alongside:
Watermelon Salad with Feta Summer in a bowl. Frose (Frozen Rosé) Because why not drink your rose…frozen? Elote (Mexican Grilled Corn) The very best way to eat corn…period. Greek Grilled Portobello Burger A great meatless option. Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad Refreshing and full of healthy veggies. Perfect Grilled Shrimp The grill loves shrimp. Easy Bean Salad What’s more summery than bean salad? Creamy Cucumber Salad Oh that’s right: cucumber salad. Classic Strawberry Crumble or Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp And for dessert, a crisp. Classic Strawberry Shortcake Or strawberry shortcake.
This grilled Caesar salad recipe is…
Vegetarian and gluten-free. For vegan, use Vegan Caesar Dressing. Last updated: April 2020 No reviews
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated, plus additional for serving 1 medium garlic clove 2 tablespoons lemon juice (1/2 lemon) ¼ cup mayonnaise ½ cup Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Grilled Caesar Salad
4 romaine hearts 2 avocados ½ cup chopped cherry tomatoes Extra virgin olive oil Balsamic vinegar (optional) Kosher salt & pepper
