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Grilled Romaine Caesar Salad with Crispy Bacon

Grilled romaine and fresh, crispy bacon takes your classic Caesar Salad to a whole new level. Topped with crunchy croutons, freshly grated parmesan and black pepper, this salad is as satisfying as it is refreshing. Perfect as a side or a small plate main for any day of the week.

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Cuts bacon

Ingredients

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Directions

Prepare the bacon

In a large skillet, lay bacon flat with little overlap before turning on heat.
Cook over medium heat, turning the bacon every 2–3 minutes. Turn the bacon until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F, about 7–12 minutes total.
Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.

Grill the bread and lettuce

Preheat the grill to 400°F or high heat. Clean and oil the cooking grate, then close the lid.
Cut romaine heads in half, lengthwise.
Slice bread in ½-inch thick slices.
Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the bread slices and all over the romaine heads. Season everything with pepper.
Place bread on the grill. Turn the slices occasionally until the bread is toasted with a little bit of char, about 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat and cut into cubes.
Place romaine heads on the grill and cook for 1–2 minutes on each side until slightly charred. Remove to serving plates.