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A vibrant Caesar salad with fresh romaine, croutons, and parmesan cheese

Caesar Salad

Learn the best way to craft your own delicious Caesar Salad in 5 simple steps, from crisp romaine to a tangy dressing. This guide will help you "grow" an impressive salad from scratch, ensuring freshness and flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 head Romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup Croutons
Caesar Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup Olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 Egg yolk large

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • small bowl
  • serving tongs

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. Whisk together egg yolk, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while continuously whisking until the dressing is creamy and emulsified.
Lettuce Preparation
  1. Wash and pat dry romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add croutons and half of the grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl with the prepared lettuce.
Dress the Salad
  1. Pour the Caesar dressing over the lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan, then toss gently to ensure even coating.
Serve
  1. Transfer the salad to serving plates, garnish with the remaining Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra protein boost, feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp. You can also customize your croutons with different seasonings.