Description
This Caesar Salad Ultimate Recipe delivers a perfect balance of salty, tangy, and savory flavors that your loved ones will crave every week.
Ingredients
Scale
3 large heads Romaine Lettuce Hearts
1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano (Grated)
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 large Egg Yolk
2 cloves Fresh Garlic Cloves
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1/2 teaspoon Anchovy Paste (Optional)
1 cup Homemade Croutons
Salt and Black Pepper To taste
Instructions
- Wash the romaine hearts thoroughly and pat them dry. Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large chilled bowl
- Mince the garlic cloves finely and mash them with a pinch of salt until it forms a smooth paste
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and anchovy paste. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the dressing becomes thick and creamy
- Toss cubed bread with olive oil and garlic powder. Bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until golden brow
- Pour the dressing over the chopped romaine. Add the grated cheese and warm croutons, tossing gently to coat
- Taste and add extra seasoning if needed. Serve immediately
Notes
Use a wooden bowl for better flavor and texture.
Ensure lettuce is bone-dry before tossing with dressing.
You can substitute raw egg yolk with mayonnaise if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg