Romaine Hearts with Sourdough Croutons and Parmesan
Elevate your salad game with this recipe for Romaine Hearts with Sourdough Croutons and Parmesan—a delightful fusion of crisp, fresh ingredients and bold, savory flavors. Tender romaine hearts are quartered for a stunning presentation and drizzled with a tangy homemade dressing featuring lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and optional anchovy paste for a subtle umami kick. The salad is crowned with golden, crunchy sourdough croutons seasoned with garlic powder and olive oil, then finished with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a light lunch, an elegant appetizer, or a flavorful side, this easy-to-make dish comes together in just 25 minutes. Bursting with texture and tang, it’s a vibrant, crowd-pleasing addition to any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 heads Romaine hearts
- 4 slices Sourdough bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Anchovy paste (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the sourdough bread into 1-inch cubes and place them on a baking sheet.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the bread cubes and sprinkle with garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Bake the sourdough cubes in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
While the croutons bake, prepare the dressing by whisking together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and anchovy paste (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.
Trim the bottoms of the romaine hearts and remove any wilted outer leaves. Slice each head lengthwise into quarters and place the sections on a serving platter.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the romaine hearts.
Top the romaine with the cooled sourdough croutons and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately for a crisp and flavorful salad experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.9 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 554 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 357 mg | 8% | |
*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.
