Spring Grilled Asparagus Caesar
A vibrant salad of grilled asparagus, creamy Caesar dressing, crispy croutons, and parmesan cheese, perfect for spring gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed Look for bright green stalks with tightly closed tips.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling over asparagus.
- Salt and pepper, to taste To season the asparagus.
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- ½ cup homemade Caesar dressing See below for the dressing recipe.
- ½ cup croutons Homemade or store-bought.
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by rinsing the asparagus under cool water and trimming the woody ends.
- Place the asparagus on a large baking sheet or bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Grilling
- Lay the seasoned asparagus across the grill grates. Grill for about 5-8 minutes, turning occasionally until they are tender and marked with beautiful grill lines.
Assembly
- While the asparagus is grilling, place the chopped romaine lettuce into a large salad bowl.
- Once the asparagus is done, let it cool slightly before cutting it into pieces and adding to the bowl with the lettuce.
- Drizzle your homemade Caesar dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine everything.
- Finish with the croutons and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
If you have leftovers, store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To keep the crispness of the asparagus and lettuce, keep the dressing separate until ready to eat. This salad doesn’t freeze well.