Grilled Basil Caesar Salad with Garlic Croutons
For the salad:
- 1 head romaine
- EVOO; as needed
For the dressing:
- 1, 14 oz can chickpeas; drained
- 1 large bunch basil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 Tbsp warm water
- 1 cup EVOO
- 1 Tbsp Dijon
- 2 Tbsp balsamic
- Juice of 1/2 -1 lemon
- 3 tsp vegan Worcestershire
- Dash of hot sauce
- Fresh cracked pepper
For the croutons:
- 1 baguette; cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 3-4 cloves garlic; minced
- EVOO; as needed
- Salt and fresh cracked pepper; as desired
Heat grill to high heat. Drizzle EVOO over the head of lettuce and char on all sides until blackened but still firm. Plate.
In a Cuisinart, combine all ingredients. Puree until smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Preheat oven to 425. Toss bread with olive oil and garlic and spread on a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper and bake for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown.
For the salad:
Heat grill to high heat. Drizzle EVOO over the head of lettuce and char on all sides until blackened but still firm. Plate and serve.
For the dressing:
In a Cuisinart, combine all ingredients. Puree until smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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