Description
A fresh and crisp Caesar Salad with homemade dressing, Parmesan, and crunchy croutons. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
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Salad Base:
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Croutons:
- 1 French baguette, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
Caesar Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Croutons: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toss baguette cubes with olive oil, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Set aside.
- Make Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Assemble Salad: Place romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Top with Parmesan cheese and homemade croutons.
- Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan and black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Lighter Dressing: For a lighter dressing, reduce the amount of olive oil by half and add an extra squeeze of lemon juice.
Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare dressing in advance and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 289
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 6g