Description
Caesar salad transports palates to Italian culinary landscapes with crisp romaine, zesty dressing, and parmesan shavings. Crunchy croutons and tangy notes make this classic dish a simple yet elegant crowd-pleaser you’ll savor bite after delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Base:
- 1 large romaine lettuce
- 1/3 cup Parmesan (shaved)
Croutons:
- 1/2 French baguette
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) Parmesan (grated)
Dressing:
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C and coat croutons with fragrant garlic-infused oil and grated cheese, roasting until crisp and golden brown.
- Create a smooth, creamy dressing by gradually whisking olive oil into a blend of anchovy, garlic, lemon juice, and egg yolk, ensuring a silky emulsion.
- Carefully rinse romaine lettuce leaves under cool water, thoroughly pat dry with paper towels, then chop into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- Drizzle prepared dressing over crisp lettuce, gently tossing to ensure even coating and distribution of flavors.
- Arrange salad on serving platter, generously sprinkle additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper on top for enhanced texture and taste.
Notes
- Elevate croutons by using day-old bread for extra crunch and less waste.
- Ensure garlic oil is evenly distributed to maximize flavor penetration into bread cubes.
- Homemade croutons can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, making meal prep easier.
- For gluten-free version, swap regular bread with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg