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Caesar Salad

Ultimate Caesar Salad with Crunchy Homemade Croutons

This Ultimate Caesar Salad is a delightful blend of crisp romaine, creamy dressing, and crunchy homemade croutons that will elevate any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Choose romaine hearts for the best crunch and freshness.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.
For the Croutons
  • 1 baguette Baguette A crusty, slightly stale baguette works best.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Drizzle on croutons for extra crispiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds savory taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Base for the dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard For a delightful tang.
  • 1 teaspoon Anchovy Paste Optional for an authentic taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk
  • Salad spinner

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut your stale baguette into bite-sized cubes and toss them with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.
  3. Bake the croutons for 10-14 minutes until golden and crispy, tossing halfway through.
  4. In a bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk until smooth.
  5. Wash and dry the romaine, chop it, drizzle half the dressing, and toss with half the Parmesan.
  6. Add the croutons and remaining dressing, toss again, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a healthier twist, you can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt and adjust the seasoning to taste. Store leftover dressing and croutons separately.

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