Caesar Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with bold flavors, this classic Caesar Salad recipe is a must-have for any dining table. Featuring crunchy romaine lettuce, golden croutons, and a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this beloved salad is elevated by a rich, creamy homemade dressing. Made from egg yolks, minced anchovies, garlic, Dijon mustard, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, the dressing is expertly emulsified with olive oil for a silky texture that clings to every leaf. Perfect as a light appetizer or a versatile side dish, this easy-to-make Caesar Salad comes together in just 20 minutes and delivers restaurant-quality flavor right in your own kitchen. Whether for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this timeless recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 heads Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cups Croutons
• 2 Egg yolks
• 4 pieces Anchovy fillets, minced
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

To make the dressing, whisk together the egg yolks, minced anchovy fillets, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the dressing mixture while whisking constantly to emulsify. Continue to whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste, and whisk again to combine.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the chopped lettuce in the large bowl.

Step 6

Add the croutons to the salad.

Step 7

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the salad.

Step 8

Toss the salad gently until all ingredients are well mixed and the lettuce is coated evenly with the dressing.

Step 9

Serve immediately as an appetizer or as a side dish, ensuring each serving is topped with some croutons and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1562.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1399.9

Total Fat 83.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 291.4mg	0%
Sodium 5886.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 78.9g	0%

Vitamin D 178IU	0%
Calcium 1700.2mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 2813.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 26.8%