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caesar salad

Classic Caesar Salad

A timeless Caesar salad made with crisp romaine lettuce, creamy dressing, Parmesan cheese, and crunchy homemade croutons.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine Classic, Italian
Servings 4 plates
Calories 265 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking tray

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped and washed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese shaved or grated
  • 1 cup croutons homemade or store-bought

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

  • Wash and chop romaine lettuce. Set aside to dry.
  • Prepare croutons: cut bread into cubes, drizzle with olive oil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes until golden.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  • In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with half of the dressing. Add croutons and Parmesan, then drizzle the remaining dressing on top.
  • Garnish with extra Parmesan and freshly cracked pepper before serving.

Notes

For a traditional twist, add anchovy paste to the dressing or top the salad with grilled chicken or shrimp for a fuller meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 360mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Caesar salad, healthy, Parmesan, Romaine
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