Insalata Caesar Recipe
Fresh romaine lettuce, croutons, tossed with a traditional creamy Caesar dressing topped with fresh parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Caesar Dressing
Method
Preparing the Salad
- 1
Wash and Prepare the Lettuce
Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
- 3
Grate the Parmesan Cheese
Using a cheese grater, grate the fresh parmesan cheese until you have about 0.5 cup. Set aside for topping the salad.
Making the Dressing
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine 0.5 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
- 5
Season the Dressing
Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to the mixture. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
- 6
Taste and Adjust
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Assembling the Salad
- 7
Toss the Salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and prepared Caesar dressing. Toss gently until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- 8
Serve with Parmesan
Transfer the tossed salad to a serving bowl or plate. Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese generously on top before serving.
