Reinvent the classic salad with wood-fired char and gourmet flair using your BLATOMIC grill
Why Grill a Salad?
Discover how BLATOMIC's precision grilling transforms crisp romaine into a smoky masterpiece. The gentle kiss of hardwood smoke adds depth to traditional Caesar flavors while creating dramatic grill marks that elevate presentation.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Salad:
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3 hearts of romaine, halved lengthwise
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1 cup rustic croutons
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¼ cup shaved Parmesan
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Fresh cracked black pepper
BLATOMIC Signature Dressing:
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2 anchovy fillets (or 1 tbsp paste)
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1 garlic clove, grilled
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1 large egg yolk
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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½ cup olive oil
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
Step-by-Step Guide
Grill Preparation
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Preheat BLATOMIC to 400°F with maple wood pellets
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Set up dual zones - direct heat for grilling, indirect for warming
Dressing Method
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Smoke garlic 15 mins on indirect heat
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Blend all ingredients except oil until smooth
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Slowly emulsify with oil
Grilling Process
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Oil lettuce - Brush cut sides with olive oil
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Grill 2-3 mins cut-side down over direct heat
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Rotate 90° after 1 min for crosshatch marks
Assembly
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Drizzle dressing on warm plates
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Arrange lettuce cut-side up
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Top with croutons, Parmesan, and fresh pepper
BLATOMIC Pro Tips
🔥 Multi-Purpose Grilling - Cook chicken breasts simultaneously on indirect heat
🌿 Herb Enhancement - Add smoked rosemary to your pellet blend
🧊 Dressing Hack - Prep sauce in advance and chill in grill's side shelf
Why This Works on BLATOMIC
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Precision Temp Control - Maintains perfect 400°F for quick char without wilting
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Smoke Infusion - Maple pellets add subtle sweetness to bitter greens
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Ample Space - Grill entire meal (protein + salad) simultaneously
Serving Suggestions
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Pair with grilled lemon chicken
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Add wood-grilled shrimp skewers
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Serve alongside roasted garlic bread
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Perfect for outdoor dinner parties
Nutritional Upgrade
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Smoked Vitamin K - Grilling increases romaine's nutrient bioavailability
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Healthier Dressing - Our emulsion uses 30% less oil than traditional recipes
Fire up your BLATOMIC and turn salad into the star of your cookout!