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.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the sourdough bread into 1-inch cubes and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the romaine hearts.

Step 8

Top the romaine with the cooled sourdough croutons and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Serve immediately for a crisp and flavorful salad experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(620.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1147.5

Total Fat 60.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 65.5mg	0%
Sodium 2759.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 40.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 586.5mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 662.9mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 40.6%