Grilled Caesar Salad

1. Prepare the Grill

Prepare your grill for a medium fire. You’ll know it’s ready when you can hold your hand 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) above the grate for about 4 seconds without it being too hot.

2. Grill the Lemons

Brush the lemon slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season them with salt. Wrap the slices in foil and place them on the grill for about 15 minutes, flipping them once or twice during cooking. Once done, transfer the grilled lemons to a cutting board and chop them finely.

3. Prepare the Cheese Mixture

In a bowl, combine butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and 1/8 teaspoon of salt. Stir the ingredients together until well blended.

4. Grill the Bread

Brush the bread slices with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and place them on the grill, oiled-side up. After grilling for about 2 minutes on one side, flip the slices, spread the cheese mixture on top, and continue grilling for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Transfer the grilled bread to a cutting board and cut it into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.

5. Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce strips with the Caesar-Style Vinaigrette until evenly coated. Add the bread cubes, chopped parsley, and the finely chopped grilled lemons. Toss everything together gently to combine.