Description
Indulge in the classic homemade Caesar salad, a timeless dish that perfectly balances crisp romaine lettuce and a creamy, tangy dressing. This delightful recipe features rich flavors from anchovy fillets and the sharpness of Parmigiano-Reggiano, all brought together with a smooth mayo base. Whether served as a refreshing side or topped with grilled chicken for a satisfying main course, this salad is sure to impress your family and guests alike. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can elevate any meal with this crowd-pleaser that appeals to both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads romaine lettuce
- ½ cup shaved parmesan cheese
- 2 cups croutons
- 2 small garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can anchovies in olive oil (2 oz)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp Tabasco hot sauce
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and dry romaine lettuce, then cut into pieces and place in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together garlic, anchovies (with oil), lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, mayonnaise, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the lettuce and toss gently to coat.
- Top with shaved parmesan and croutons just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 398
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 845mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 50mg