Caesar Salad Classic
Elevate your salad game with this timeless recipe for Caesar Salad Classic, featuring crisp romaine lettuce, homemade golden croutons, and a rich, tangy dressing made from scratch. This recipe brings together bold flavors with key ingredients like Dijon mustard, anchovy fillets, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese to create a creamy, umami-packed dressing that clings perfectly to every leaf. Toasty baguette cubes add a satisfying crunch, while a hint of garlic and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brighten the dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this elegant yet simple salad is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or starter for any occasion. Experience the irresistible classic flavor of a Caesar salad done right!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 1 small loaf French baguette (for croutons)
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 2 Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 Anchovy fillets
- 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the French baguette into small, bite-sized cubes to make croutons.
Place the bread cubes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the croutons are golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
Wash the romaine lettuce, pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
In a small bowl, finely mince the garlic clove. Mash it into a paste using the side of a knife or a mortar and pestle.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the garlic paste, egg yolks, Dijon mustard, finely chopped anchovy fillets, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until well combined.
Gradually whisk in the vegetable oil, adding it in a slow, steady stream, to create a creamy emulsion for the dressing.
Stir in ⅓ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Pour the dressing over the chopped romaine lettuce and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
Add the cooled croutons and toss lightly again.
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your classic Caesar Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1630 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 742 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
