Caesar Salad Recipe
Romaine, Red Onion, Homemade Croutons, Caesar Dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Homemade Croutons
Caesar Dressing
Method
Prepare the Salad Base
- 1
Prepare Romaine Lettuce
Rinse and dry the Romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add Red Onion
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add it to the bowl with the Romaine lettuce.
Make the Homemade Croutons
- 3
Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 4
Cube the Bread
Cut the bread into cubes and place in a mixing bowl.
- 5
- 6
Bake the Croutons
Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
Prepare the Caesar Dressing
- 7
Mix Dressing Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- 8
Whisk Dressing
Whisk together until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Assemble the Salad
- 9
Dress the Salad
Pour the Caesar dressing over the salad base and toss gently until the lettuce and onions are well coated.
- 10
Add Croutons
Once the croutons are ready, add them to the salad and toss again.
- 11
Serve the Salad
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.