Step 1

Cut along both sides of the backbones of quail. Remove and discard backbone. Open quail out and place breast-side-up on a board. Press firmly to flatten quail.

Step 2

Combine garlic, rind and oil in shallow dish. Place quails in dish; rub with oil mixture. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Step 3

To make garlic sauce, blend or process garlic, juice and salt until finely chopped. With motor operating, add oil in a thin, steady stream until smooth.

Step 4

Drain quail; reserve marinade. Brush quail with 2 tbsp of garlic sauce. In batches, cook quail on a heated oiled grill plate (or grill or barbecue) about 15 minutes or until cooked.

Step 5

Combine remaining ingredients. Serve quail on salad with garlic sauce.