I thought this salad sounded like an interesting twist on Caesar salad. The dressing is light, with a slightly smoky heat. It goes really well with the grilled avocado – which gets a little more buttery an smoky from being grilled.

• Romaine, Grilled Avocado, and Smoky Corn Salad with Chipotle-Caesar Dressing (Gourmet, June 2009)