Description
A Classic Caesar Salad is more than just a salad. It’s an iconic dish that was created in the early 20th century and has remained a favorite in restaurants and homes around the world. With its creamy, garlicky dressing, crispy romaine lettuce, and homemade croutons, the dish offers a balance of flavors and textures that make each bite delightful. When made from scratch with fresh ingredients, it transcends the usual pre-made versions, offering a superior taste and authenticity.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- ½ loaf crusty Italian or sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss bread cubes with oil, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, tossing halfway, until golden and crisp.
Instructions
Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 3 anchovy fillets, chopped (optional but authentic)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp cracked black pepper
- 3 heads romaine lettuce, chopped and chilled
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mash garlic, anchovies, and salt into a paste.
- Whisk in egg yolk, lemon juice, mustard, and Worcestershire.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking until smooth.
- Stir in Parmesan and pepper.
- Add lettuce and half the croutons; toss to coat.
- Top with remaining croutons and extra Parmesan to serve
Notes
This classic Caesar Salad shines with its crisp lettuce, creamy dressing, and crunchy homemade croutons. Serve it as a refreshing starter, a light lunch, or pair it with grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: ~280
- Sugar: ~2g
- Sodium: ~450mg
- Fat: ~22g
- Saturated Fat: ~5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~16g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~7g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Classic Caesar Salad, Homemade Caesar Salad, Caesar Salad Recipe