Caesar Salad
Caesar Salad is a classic dish featuring crisp romaine lettuce, creamy garlic-Parmesan dressing, crunchy croutons, and a sprinkle of salty cheese. It’s bold, fresh, and perfect as a starter or light main.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 main servings or 4 side servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup grated or shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1–2 anchovy fillets or 1 tsp anchovy paste (optional)
- 1 egg yolk or 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together minced garlic, anchovy paste (if using), egg yolk or mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Wash, dry, and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large bowl.
- Add croutons and Parmesan cheese to the lettuce.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper if desired.
Notes
- Use pasteurized egg or mayonnaise for a safer alternative to raw egg yolk.
- Store dressing separately and toss just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Homemade croutons offer better flavor and texture—toast cubed bread in olive oil and garlic.
- For a vegetarian version, omit anchovies or use capers as a substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 side serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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