Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of a Caesar Salad with this easy-to-follow recipe. Crisp romaine lettuce, tangy Parmesan cheese, crunchy croutons, and a creamy homemade dressing come together for a satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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Romaine Salad:
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons water, to thin if needed
Instructions
- Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Thin with water if needed.
- Assembly: In a large bowl, toss romaine lettuce with dressing until coated. Add croutons and toss gently. Top with Parmesan and black pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon for extra protein.
- For a classic twist, whisk in 1-2 mashed anchovy fillets to the dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
