Classic Caesar Salad
This classic Caesar Salad recipe is a perfect blend of crisp romaine lettuce, tangy dressing, and crunchy croutons. It's a popular salad for a reason – it's delicious and easy to make!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Baking sheet
- Skillet
- Tongs
- Garlic press (optional)
- Large salad bowl
Ingredients
- 1 head of romaine lettuce - chopped
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic - minced
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp anchovy paste - optional
- 1/2 lemon - juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- On a baking sheet, place the chopped romaine lettuce and bake for 10 minutes or until slightly wilted.
- In a skillet, heat up the olive oil and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste (if using), lemon juice, and cooked garlic. Whisk until well combined.
- In a large salad bowl, add the wilted lettuce, grated parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and use tongs to toss everything together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and enjoy your classic Caesar Salad!
Notes
For a vegetarian option, skip the anchovy paste and use a vegetarian worcestershire sauce.
For a protein-packed salad, add grilled chicken or shrimp on top.
You can also use store-bought Caesar dressing for a quicker version of this recipe.
If you're not a fan of anchovy paste, you can substitute it with 1 chopped anchovy filet or omit it altogether.