Caesar Salad Recipe
Fresh romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing and croutons.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Caesar Dressing
Croutons
Method
Prepare Salad Base
- 1
Wash Lettuce
Wash the romaine lettuce under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities.
- 2
Dry Lettuce
Dry the lettuce thoroughly using a salad spinner or by patting it with paper towels.
- 3
Chop Lettuce
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Make Caesar Dressing
- 4
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
- 5
Whisk Dressing
Whisk the mixture together until it is smooth and well blended.
- 6
Season Dressing
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
Prepare Croutons
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Toss Bread
In a mixing bowl, toss the cubed bread with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
- 9
Spread on Baking Sheet
Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- 10
Bake Croutons
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
Assemble Salad
- 11
Add Lettuce
Add the prepared romaine lettuce to a large salad bowl.
- 12
Dress Lettuce
Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the lettuce and toss to coat evenly.
- 13
Add Croutons
Top the salad with the homemade croutons.
- 14
Serve Salad
Serve immediately and enjoy your Caesar salad!
