Classic Caesar Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors, this Classic Caesar Salad is a timeless dish that truly shines. Made with crunchy Romaine lettuce, golden homemade garlic croutons, and a lusciously creamy homemade dressing, this recipe captures the essence of what makes a Caesar salad irresistible. The dressing, a perfect balance of zesty lemon juice, tangy Dijon mustard, savory Worcestershire sauce, and umami-packed anchovies, is elevated with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a silky egg yolk for an authentic, restaurant-quality experience. Perfect as a starter or a light main course, this salad comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Tossed to perfection and garnished with Parmesan and croutons, this salad will have everyone begging for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 2 slices French bread
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 pieces Anchovy fillets, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 piece Egg yolk
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the French bread into cubes to make croutons and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the bread cubes.

Step 4

Add half of the minced garlic to the bread, and toss to ensure the bread is coated evenly.

Step 5

Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crisp. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

While the croutons are baking, thoroughly wash the Romaine lettuce hearts, dry them with paper towels, and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Place the lettuce in a large salad bowl.

Step 7

To prepare the dressing, combine the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy fillets, remaining minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 8

Whisk the egg yolk into the mix until smooth.

Step 9

Slowly drizzle the extra virgin olive oil into the bowl while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing.

Step 10

Add half of the grated Parmesan cheese to the dressing and stir well to combine.

Step 11

Pour the Caesar dressing over the chopped lettuce and gently toss to coat the leaves evenly.

Step 12

Add the croutons and remaining Parmesan cheese to the salad.

Step 13

Toss the salad once more before serving to ensure even distribution of the dressing and toppings.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your classic Caesar Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1623.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1445.0

Total Fat 88.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 269.0mg	0%
Sodium 8103.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 72.9g	0%

Vitamin D 338.2IU	0%
Calcium 1235.9mg	0%
Iron 23.4mg	0%
Potassium 2999.2mg	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: 52.7%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 28.0%