Clearwater City Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with the Clearwater City Caesar Salad, a sophisticated twist on the classic favorite. Crisp, fresh romaine lettuce forms the base of this vibrant dish, while golden, garlicky croutons made from a French baguette add irresistible crunch. The creamy, homemade dressing, crafted with bold anchovy fillets, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, delivers a perfect balance of tangy, salty, and savory flavors. Finished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, this Caesar salad is an ideal starter or light main course that’s both simple and indulgent. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Pair with grilled chicken or shrimp for a hearty, restaurant-quality meal at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 loaf French baguette
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 fillets Anchovy fillets
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the baguette into 1-inch cubes to make croutons. Toss the cubes in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt.
Spread the bread cubes onto a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside to cool.
Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
To make the dressing, finely chop the anchovy fillets and the remaining garlic clove, then mash them with the back of a spoon to form a smooth paste.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the anchovy-garlic paste, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
Slowly drizzle in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil while whisking continuously, until the dressing is creamy and emulsified.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the dressing and stir to combine.
Pour the dressing over the romaine lettuce and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
Top the salad with the homemade croutons and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Clearwater City Caesar Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.0 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 264 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 7238 mg | 315% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 70.2 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.5 mcg | 42% | |
| Calcium | 1184 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 2986 mg | 64% | |
*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.
