Grilled Caesar Salad
VegetarianSide DishesDinnerLunchCanada DayIndependence DayLow-sodiumGluten-freeSugar ConsciousBBQOnion-free
Grilling a Caesar salad adds smoky flavour to a classic, elevating taste and texture. Grill a double batch of chicken so you have leftovers for another meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 pkg Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning
- 1 large head romaine lettuce
- Sea Salt, optional, to taste
- Black Pepper, optional, to taste
- 1⁄4 cup Caesar Dressing, prepared
- 2 tbsp Caesar Dressing Mix
- 2 tbsp light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1⁄4 cup olive oil
- 1⁄4 cup milk, your choice
- 2 crushed garlic cloves, optional
- 1⁄4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
Preparation
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Rub chicken with oil. Shake seasoning on both sides.
- Grill, with lid closed, 4–5 min per side, or until cooked through. Remove from grill and set aside; cover to keep warm.
- Lower grill to medium heat.
- Wash lettuce and quarter lengthwise, leaving the stem intact. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Cook wedges, cut-side down, 1–2 min on each cut side, until grill-marked.
- Divide lettuce between four plates. Top with dressing, Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- Slice chicken and divide between plates. Top with pesto sauce, if desired.
Epicure Products Used
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 350, Fat 18 g (Saturated 3 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 600 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g (Fiber 4 g, Sugars 3 g), Protein 31 g.
Tips
Substitute croutons for oven-roasted chickpeas and season with Caesar Dressing Mix or BBQ Chicken & Rib Rub for added flavour.
Cook once, eat twice. For a speedy roast chicken, microwave Rotisserie Chicken in the Round Steamer for 20 min.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 1⁄2 cup cooked grains.