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caesar salad recipe

Caesar Salad Recipe: Crisp and Tangy

Classic Caesar Salad with creamy, tangy flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Making croutons 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Caesar Dressing:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 anchovy fillets minced
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Salad:

  • 2 romaine lettuce hearts 6 cups
  • 1 cup croutons
  • ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Croutons (Optional):

  • 2 cups day-old bread cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Optional: Extra croutons Parmesan, lemon wedges
  • Suggested Pairings: Chicken white wine

Instructions
 

  • (Optional) Bake bread cubes with oil, garlic powder, and salt at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire, garlic, anchovy, Parmesan, pepper, and oil. Taste and adjust the dressing.
  • Chop romaine. Toss with croutons, Parmesan, and dressing.
  • Serve in a white ceramic bowl with extra croutons, Parmesan, chicken, and wine.

Notes

  • Use fresh romaine for crispness.
  • Store dressing in the fridge for 5 days, croutons for 1 week.
  • Try vegan or kale variations.
  • Pair with iced tea.