Knife and Fork Grilled Caesar Salad

Health score
35%
Knife and Fork Grilled Caesar Salad
25 min.
4
682kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salad game? Introducing the Knife and Fork Grilled Caesar Salad, a delightful twist on the classic Caesar that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish combines the smoky flavors of grilled romaine lettuce with the crunch of perfectly toasted baguette slices, creating a satisfying and hearty meal that can stand alone or serve as a stunning side dish.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this culinary masterpiece that serves four, making it ideal for a cozy lunch or a gathering with friends. The rich, creamy Caesar dressing drizzled over the warm, grilled romaine adds a burst of flavor, while the shavings of Parmesan cheese provide a touch of elegance. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, from the crispy bread to the tender greens.

Not only is this salad a feast for the palate, but it also boasts a caloric breakdown that makes it a guilt-free indulgence. With a delightful balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, it’s a dish that nourishes as much as it satisfies. So fire up your grill and get ready to impress your guests with this Knife and Fork Grilled Caesar Salad that’s sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  •  long baguette thin
  • cup caesar dressing to taste
  • cloves garlic halved
  • servings salt and coarsely ground pepper black to taste
  • 0.3 cup olive oil divided
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese shavings 
  • head romaine lettuce cut into quarters
  • small tomatoes halved seeded

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat grill for low heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. Cut baguette on a severely sharp diagonal to make 4 long slices about 1/2-inch thick. Lightly brush each cut side with about half of the olive oil.
  3. Grill baguette slices on the preheated grill until lightly crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Rub each side of baguette slices with the cut-side of garlic and cut-side of tomatoes. Set aside to cool.
  4. Brush 2 cut sides of romaine quarters with remaining olive oil.
  5. Grill romaine quarters until lightly seared, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  6. Sprinkle grilled romaine with salt and set aside to cool.
  7. Place a grilled romaine quarter, cut-side up, on top of a grilled baguette slice.
  8. Drizzle each with Caesar dressing and top with Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories682kcal
Protein8.09%
Fat69.24%
Carbs22.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.69
Glycemic Load
21.12
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
26.451304148073%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.15mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
3.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:681.83kcal
34.09%
Fat:52.92g
81.41%
Saturated Fat:9.49g
59.3%
Carbohydrates:39g
13%
Net Carbohydrates:33.78g
12.28%
Sugar:7.16g
7.95%
Cholesterol:31.41mg
10.47%
Sodium:1311.58mg
57.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.91g
27.81%
Vitamin A:13938.94IU
278.78%
Vitamin K:234.3µg
223.14%
Folate:285.24µg
71.31%
Vitamin E:5.27mg
35.11%
Vitamin B1:0.5mg
33.25%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.06%
Calcium:299.04mg
29.9%
Iron:4.58mg
25.46%
Selenium:15.35µg
21.92%
Phosphorus:212.15mg
21.22%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.12%
Fiber:5.22g
20.89%
Vitamin B3:3.53mg
17.66%
Potassium:553.99mg
15.83%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.2%
Vitamin C:10.02mg
12.15%
Magnesium:47.88mg
11.97%
Copper:0.18mg
8.99%
Zinc:1.32mg
8.8%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.94%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.79%
Source:Allrecipes