Description
Caesar Salad is a timeless classic that marries the crispness of romaine lettuce with a rich, creamy garlic-anchovy dressing and crunchy homemade croutons. Each bite offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for any meal, whether enjoyed as a side dish or as a hearty main course topped with grilled chicken. This easy-to-make salad can be assembled in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup of homemade croutons
- ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup of Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- Add croutons to the bowl, ensuring they are crispy for optimal texture.
- Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Drizzle the desired amount of Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well-coated.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad before serving for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg