Clearwater City Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with the Clearwater City Caesar Salad, a sophisticated twist on the classic favorite. Crisp, fresh romaine lettuce forms the base of this vibrant dish, while golden, garlicky croutons made from a French baguette add irresistible crunch. The creamy, homemade dressing, crafted with bold anchovy fillets, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, delivers a perfect balance of tangy, salty, and savory flavors. Finished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, this Caesar salad is an ideal starter or light main course that’s both simple and indulgent. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Pair with grilled chicken or shrimp for a hearty, restaurant-quality meal at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 heads Romaine lettuce
• 0.5 loaf French baguette
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 fillets Anchovy fillets
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the baguette into 1-inch cubes to make croutons. Toss the cubes in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt.

Step 3

Spread the bread cubes onto a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside to cool.

Step 4

Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

To make the dressing, finely chop the anchovy fillets and the remaining garlic clove, then mash them with the back of a spoon to form a smooth paste.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, whisk together the anchovy-garlic paste, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.

Step 7

Slowly drizzle in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil while whisking continuously, until the dressing is creamy and emulsified.

Step 8

Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the dressing and stir to combine.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Top the salad with the homemade croutons and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your Clearwater City Caesar Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1607.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1435.9

Total Fat 84.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 264.5mg	0%
Sodium 7238.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 70.2g	0%

Vitamin D 338.2IU	0%
Calcium 1183.8mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 2985.5mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 30.2%