Description
A refreshing take on the classic Caesar salad, featuring homemade dressing for an indulgent flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon anchovy paste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 egg yolk
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together garlic, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and egg yolk until fully blended. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking vigorously to emulsify the dressing until it achieves a creamy texture.
- Toss the Greens: Rinse the Romaine lettuce thoroughly, then use a salad spinner to dry it completely. Tear or chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in your large bowl.
- Combine with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the lettuce. Use tongs to gently toss, ensuring each leaf is coated in that wonderful creamy goodness.
- Add Croutons and Cheese: Sprinkle the croutons generously over the salad, followed by a liberal grating of parmesan cheese. Give the salad a final gentle toss to incorporate everything.
- Serve Immediately: Plate the salad while it’s fresh, garnishing it with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
Make the dressing ahead and store it in the refrigerator. Give it a good whisk before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caesar salad, homemade dressing, salad recipe, Italian cuisine, vegetarian salad