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Caesar Salad Recipe

A simple and delicious Caesar Salad Recipe that will thoroughly impress guests! Our recipe uses gem lettuce so you still get the crunch you would from romaine, but also the tenderness (similar to butter lettuce). We love this truly iconic and classic salad that's delicious enough to be eaten on its own, but versatile enough to be paired with tons of different dishes!

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 493 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 recipe Homemade Croutons
  • 1/2 recipe caesar salad dressing
  • 3 heads gem lettuce, trimmed and leaves separated (or 5 cups sliced romaine hearts)
  • 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Pour dressing into a large mixing bowl .
  2. Add croutons and lettuce leaves.
  3. Toss together with tongs, until lettuce leaves and croutons are well and evenly coated.
  4. Top salad with remaining Parmesan and some black pepper. Serve.

Notes

  • Tips and Tricks for Success
  • Make sure your lettuce is clean and crisp! The best way to do this is to rinse your lettuce in cold water and to use a salad spinner to rid the leaves of excess water!
  • Don't dress the salad until a few minutes before serving. This will ensure the lettuce and croutons remain crisp!
  • Make the caesar salad dressing and croutons yourself! Although it may take a little more work, it's totally worth it to make your own croutons and caesar dressing. They will definitely elevate your salad!
  • Add veggies and protein to bulk it up (using some of our suggestions from above!).

Nutrition Information

Calories 493kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 48g (74%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 832mg (35%) Potassium 235mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 5170IU (103%) Vitamin C 18mg (20%) Calcium 293mg (29%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 493

% Daily Value*

Calories 493kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 48g 74%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 832mg 35%
Potassium 235mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 5170IU 103%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 293mg 29%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.