Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of a Classic Homemade Caesar Salad, where crisp romaine lettuce meets a creamy, tangy dressing made from high-quality ingredients. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a nutritious meal any day of the week. The rich flavors of anchovy fillets and freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano create an unforgettable taste that can transform your dinner table. Whether served as a side or topped with grilled chicken for a hearty main course, this salad is sure to delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads romaine lettuce
- ½ cup shaved parmesan cheese
- 2 cups croutons
- 2 small garlic cloves
- 1 can anchovies (2 oz in olive oil)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
- Tabasco sauce
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Wash and cut romaine lettuce into 1 ½-inch pieces; place in a large mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk minced garlic, anchovies, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, mayonnaise, and olive oil until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the lettuce; add shaved parmesan and croutons. Toss gently to combine.
- Season with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: n/a
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg