Caesar Recipe
Classic caesar salad tossed with garlic croutons, shaved parmesan, and a creamy caesar dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Garlic Croutons
Caesar Dressing
Method
Prepare the Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Tear Lettuce
Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water, then dry it thoroughly. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.
- 3
Add Parmesan
Sprinkle the shaved parmesan cheese over the salad base.
Make Garlic Croutons
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 5
Prepare Bread
Cut the baguette or French bread into small cubes, about 1-inch in size.
- 6
Season the Croutons
In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
- 7
Bake the Croutons
Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy, stirring halfway through.
Prepare Caesar Dressing
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
- 9
Season the Dressing
Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the quantities based on your preference.
Assemble the Salad
- 10
Toss the Salad
Drizzle the prepared Caesar dressing over the salad base and toss gently to combine, ensuring the lettuce and tomatoes are evenly coated.
- 11
Add Croutons
Sprinkle the garlic croutons on top of the salad just before serving for added crunch.