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Classic Caesar Salad Recipe – Perfect for Healthy Meals, Dinners & Quick Lunches!

Classic Caesar Salad

This classic Caesar salad is made with fresh romaine lettuce, homemade croutons, and a creamy, tangy Caesar dressing. It’s the perfect side dish or healthy meal for quick lunches and dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup croutons homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Caesar dressing homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan cheese.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing, olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the lettuce mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add grilled chicken, bacon bits, or extra Parmesan on top. If you want to make the croutons at home, toast some whole-grain bread in olive oil with garlic for a healthier version.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Caesar salad, Dinner, healthy, Quick Meals
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