Caesar Salad Recipe
Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Method
Preparing the Salad Base
- 1
Wash the Romaine Lettuce
Start by washing the two heads of Romaine lettuce under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Chop the Lettuce
Once dried, chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 3
Add Croutons and Parmesan
Add the croutons and freshly grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl with the chopped Romaine lettuce.
Making the Dressing
- 4
Prepare the Dressing Ingredients
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and 2 anchovy fillets.
- 5
Mix the Dressing
Using a whisk or a fork, mix the ingredients together until smooth and well combined. Taste the dressing and add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Combine Lettuce and Dressing
Pour the prepared Caesar dressing over the chopped Romaine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan cheese in the salad bowl.
- 7
Toss the Salad
Using salad tongs or clean hands, gently toss the salad together until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- 8
Serve Immediately
Serve the Caesar salad immediately on chilled plates or bowls for the best experience.