Chunky Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Chunky Caesar Salad, a vibrant twist on the classic favorite! Featuring crisp, bite-sized pieces of fresh romaine lettuce and golden, homemade croutons seasoned to perfection with garlic, olive oil, and a touch of black pepper, this salad is everything you need for a refreshing yet satisfying dish. Drenched in creamy Caesar dressing, tossed with grated Parmesan, and finished with delicate shavings of cheese, every bite is packed with bold, savory flavor. Add optional chopped anchovies for an umami kick and serve with lemon wedges to balance the richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect as a light lunch or a show-stopping side at your next dinner party.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cups Caesar dressing
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, shaved
- 4 cups Day-old bread (for croutons)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
- 2 pieces Optional: Anchovy fillets, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them on a baking sheet.
Drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Bake the bread cubes in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
While the croutons are baking, prepare the romaine lettuce by chopping it into bite-sized chunks. Rinse and pat dry or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan cheese, and optional chopped anchovy fillets (if using).
Add the Caesar dressing to the bowl and gently toss to coat the lettuce evenly.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates.
Top the salad with the cooled croutons and shaved Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.1 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.3 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 10814 mg | 470% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 555.7 g | 202% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.9 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.2 g | ||
| Protein | 160.4 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 2264 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 38.3 mg | 213% | |
| Potassium | 3869 mg | 82% | |
*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.
