Description
Caesar Salad with Garlic Butter Breadcrumbs is a delectable twist on the classic dish that combines crisp romaine lettuce with a creamy dressing and savory garlic butter breadcrumbs. This salad delivers an irresistible crunch and vibrant flavors, making it perfect for any occasion, whether as a light lunch or an exquisite side dish for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup homemade garlic butter breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for breadcrumbs)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and minced garlic until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While baking, wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped lettuce with Caesar dressing until well-coated. Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix gently.
- Once the breadcrumbs are ready, sprinkle them generously over the dressed lettuce along with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Serve immediately in bowls or on plates while still warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg