Elevate your salad game with this Grape Caesar Salad, a fresh and flavorful twist on the classic! Crisp romaine lettuce provides the perfect base, while juicy red grapes add a pop of sweetness to complement the savory Caesar dressing made from scratch. This creamy dressing, infused with anchovies, garlic, Dijon mustard, and a zesty touch of lemon juice, coats every bite in bold, tangy flavor. Topped with crunchy croutons and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this salad strikes the perfect balance of textures. Ready in just 20 minutes, this refreshing dish is ideal as a light lunch, a crowd-pleasing side, or an elegant addition to any dinner table. Search no further for a unique Caesar salad recipeβthis one will be a standout favorite!
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly, pat dry, and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
Halve the red grapes and set them aside.
Make the Caesar dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the anchovy fillets, garlic cloves, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
In a large salad bowl, toss the chopped romaine with the dressing until evenly coated.
Add the halved grapes, croutons, and Parmesan cheese to the salad. Toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Calories |
1852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 132.0 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 6824 mg | 297% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.4 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.3 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 1201 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 3308 mg | 70% | |
*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.