Baby Romaine “caesar Salad” Recipe
Bacon Bits, Lime Vinaigrette, Gremolata Breadcrumbs
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Lime Vinaigrette
Gremolata Breadcrumbs
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Baby Romaine
Wash and dry the baby romaine lettuce. Tear into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Cook the Bacon Bits
If using raw bacon, cook until crispy, then chop into bits. If using pre-packaged bacon bits, set aside.
- 3
Add Ingredients
Add the bacon bits and Parmesan cheese to the bowl of romaine.
Lime Vinaigrette Preparation
- 4
Make the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the lime vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Gremolata Breadcrumbs Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Breadcrumbs
In a skillet over medium heat, combine breadcrumbs, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon zest. Cook until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy, about 5 minutes.
- 7
Top the Salad
Sprinkle the gremolata breadcrumbs over the dressed salad and serve immediately.
