Description
A classic Caesar salad featuring crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and a creamy dressing, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon anchovy paste (for a traditional flavor)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to mix.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovy paste if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until the lettuce is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For added protein, consider topping the salad with grilled chicken or shrimp.
- To make it lighter, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise in the dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg