Creole Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this bold and flavorful Creole Caesar Salad, a zesty twist on the classic favorite! Crisp Romaine hearts form the base, paired with golden, oven-baked croutons seasoned with Creole spices for a distinctive Southern flair. The star of this dish is the homemade dressing, a creamy blend of garlic, anchovy fillets, Dijon mustard, and a hint of hot sauce, perfectly balanced with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, every bite is a harmonious mix of crunch, spice, and creamy goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light main course. Perfect for fans of bold, multi-dimensional flavors, this Creole Caesar Salad will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 4 cups French bread
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 2 fillets Anchovy fillets
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Hot sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the French bread into small cubes, about 1 inch each, to make croutons.
In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of Creole seasoning until evenly coated.
Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from oven and let cool.
While the croutons are baking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl or blender, combine anchovy fillets, garlic, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and black pepper.
Blend or whisk until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with more Creole seasoning or hot sauce if desired.
Wash and chop the romaine hearts into bite-sized pieces. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine, baked croutons, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Drizzle the prepared Creole Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.7 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.3 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 6239 mg | 271% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.1 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 77.1 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1179 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 26.5 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 2984 mg | 63% | |
*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.
