Description
A classic Caesar salad recipe featuring crisp romaine lettuce, tangy Caesar dressing, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and crunchy croutons. This timeless dish is perfect as a refreshing side or add protein for a complete meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
For Optional Homemade Dressing:
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 anchovy fillets (minced)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- If making the dressing: Whisk together egg yolk, anchovies, garlic, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until emulsified. Stir in Parmesan, season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl: Combine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan. Add dressing, toss gently to coat. Top with extra Parmesan and pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
- To make it a full meal, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon.
- For a safer option, use pasteurized egg yolk or substitute with 2 tablespoons mayonnaise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
