Gluten-Free Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons and Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this Gluten-Free Classic Caesar Salad featuring crave-worthy homemade croutons and a rich, tangy dressing made from scratch. This recipe keeps all the beloved flavors of a traditional Caesar salad while catering to gluten-free diets, thanks to crispy, golden croutons crafted from gluten-free bread. The creamy dressing is a standout, blending fresh garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovy fillets, and lemon juice for a bold, savory kick. Crisp Romaine lettuce and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan create the perfect base for this iconic dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and elegant recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner or as a refreshing centerpiece for entertaining. Perfectly gluten-free, irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 slices Gluten-free bread
• 5 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 3 fillets Anchovy fillets, minced
• 1 large Pasteurized egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the gluten-free bread slices into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, toss the bread cubes with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and half of the minced garlic, ensuring an even coating.

Step 4

Spread the coated bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 5

Bake the croutons in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.

Step 6

While the croutons are baking, prepare the salad dressing. In a medium bowl, combine the remaining garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced anchovy fillets, egg yolk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Gradually whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set the dressing aside.

Step 8

Chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Spin or pat dry with paper towels.

Step 9

In a large salad bowl, combine the prepared Romaine lettuce with the homemade croutons and half of the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Drizzle the salad with the prepared dressing and toss until the lettuce and croutons are evenly coated.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1585.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1631.8

Total Fat 114.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 294mg	0%
Sodium 5699.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.3g
Protein 73.7g	0%

Vitamin D 258IU	0%
Calcium 1470.8mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2597.3mg	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: 59.1%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 24.0%