Caesar Salad Recipe
Romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy black pepper-parmesan dressing, finished with hazelnut gremolata, croutons, and crispy capers.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Gremolata
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Wash and Chop Romaine
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Dry it using a salad spinner. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
- 2
- 3
Making the Dressing
- 4
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Assembling the Salad
- 5
Toss Salad Ingredients
Add the chopped romaine lettuce to the bowl. Pour the dressing over the lettuce and gently toss until the romaine is well coated.
- 6
Add Croutons and Capers
Sprinkle the croutons and crispy capers over the top of the salad. Toss gently to combine.
- 7
Prepare Gremolata
In a small bowl, mix together chopped hazelnuts, parsley, and lemon zest. Sprinkle this gremolata over the salad for added flavor.