Vegetarian Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with this fresh and flavorful Vegetarian Caesar Salad, a meat-free twist on the classic favorite. Crisp romaine lettuce is tossed in a velvety, homemade dressing made with zesty lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and grated parmesan cheese—perfect for those seeking a vegetarian-friendly option without sacrificing the bold, tangy flavors of a traditional Caesar. Topped with golden, oven-baked croutons made from rustic baguette cubes and delicate parmesan shavings, this salad offers the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect as a light lunch, dinner side dish, or elegant starter. Packed with fresh ingredients and hearty textures, this Vegetarian Caesar Salad is guaranteed to impress vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Grated parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Baguette
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil for croutons
• 0.5 cup Parmesan shavings

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch cubes to make croutons. Toss them in 3 tablespoons of olive oil, spread on a baking sheet, and season with a pinch of salt. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown, tossing halfway through.

Step 3

Meanwhile, prepare the dressing. In a blender or food processor, combine 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic cloves, grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 4

Rinse and dry the romaine lettuce hearts thoroughly. Chop them into bite-size pieces.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with the dressing until evenly coated.

Step 6

Add the homemade croutons and parmesan shavings on top of the dressed salad.

Step 7

Gently toss again to combine all the ingredients nicely.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Vegetarian Caesar Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1892.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3159.0

Total Fat 215.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 135.2mg	0%
Sodium 6339.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.4g
Protein 113.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2364.3mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 2847.6mg	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: 59.8%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 26.2%