Canadian Living Caesar Salad with Crunchy Croutons
Elevate your salad game with this classic Canadian Living Caesar Salad with Crunchy Croutons, a timeless recipe boasting vibrant, fresh flavors and rich textures. Perfectly crisp romaine lettuce is generously coated in a creamy, homemade Caesar dressing, crafted with a tangy blend of garlic, anchovy, Dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. The show-stopping crunchy croutons, made from oven-toasted French or Italian bread, deliver the ultimate golden crunch in every bite. Topped with a generous sprinkle of finely grated Parmesan cheese and optional smoky bacon crumbles, this salad is the perfect balance of savory and refreshing. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for dinner parties, lunch gatherings, or as a hearty side dish for weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 4 cups French or Italian bread, cubed
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 pieces Anchovy fillets, finely chopped
- 1 piece Egg yolk, room temperature
- 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 4 slices Optional: Bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spread the cubed bread on a large baking tray and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
Bake the bread cubes for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, anchovy fillets, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Gradually drizzle in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the vegetable oil while whisking continuously to create a creamy emulsion.
Add the chopped romaine lettuce to the large bowl with the dressing and gently toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and toss again lightly.
Add the crunchy croutons and, if desired, crumbled bacon for a savory addition.
Serve immediately on chilled plates and garnish with additional Parmesan shavings, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.0 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.8 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 71.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 355 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 9642 mg | 419% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 508.8 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.7 g | 163% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.8 g | ||
| Protein | 179.0 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 2226 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 37.8 mg | 210% | |
| Potassium | 3116 mg | 66% | |
*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.
