Caesar Salad with Onion Bagel Croutons
Elevate your classic Caesar salad with a creative twist by incorporating crunchy, golden Onion Bagel Croutons. This irresistible recipe combines crisp Romaine lettuce, a zesty homemade Caesar dressing, and the savory pop of Parmesan cheese with the unexpected flavor and texture of toasted onion bagel cubes. Baked to perfection with a light drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of garlic powder, these croutons add a delightful crunch that takes this salad to the next level. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, this innovative salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or seafood. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is a quick and easy way to impress at your next gathering while satisfying your cravings for bold, savory flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 2 Onion bagels
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 Anchovy fillets, minced
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the onion bagels into bite-sized cubes and spread them out on a baking sheet.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the bagel cubes, then sprinkle with garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the bagel cubes are golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
While the croutons bake, prepare the Caesar dressing. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, anchovy fillets, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Rinse the Romaine lettuce and pat dry. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Add the crispy onion bagel croutons to the salad bowl.
Pour the dressing over the lettuce and croutons, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing evenly coats the lettuce and croutons.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1372 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*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.
