Classic Caesar Salad Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
390 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Salad
Classic Caesar Salad Recipe
Description
The Classic Caesar Salad Recipe brings together fresh romaine lettuce cut into bite-sized pieces and combines it with Parmesan cheese and homemade croutons for texture variety. The dressing, added directly to the bowl around the lettuce before tossing, ensures an even coating without over-saturating the leaves. Coarse salt and freshly cracked black pepper enhance the natural flavors. The salad maintains a crisp texture while having a rich, tangy dressing that binds the ingredients.
Toss the salad just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp and the croutons crunchy. This salad pairs well with grilled proteins or as a refreshing side to a heavier entree.
For best results, keep lettuce, dressing, cheese, and croutons separate if preparing ahead, and combine right before serving. Salt and pepper can be adjusted to taste after tossing.
Ingredients
- 2 romaine lettuce heads, cored and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
- 1 croutons recipe
- 1 Caesar dressing recipe there will be some leftover
- salt coarse and freshly cracked, to taste
- black pepper coarse and freshly cracked, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the lettuce, cheese, croutons salt, and pepper.
- Using a spoon add the desired amount of dressing to the inside of the bowl around the lettuce touching the bowl (see video).
- Thoroughly toss the greens using tongs until the lettuce, cheese, and croutons are coated in the dressing and serve.
Notes
- Prepare lettuce, dressing, cheese, and croutons separately to keep ingredients fresh when making ahead.
- Store components in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; do not freeze.
- Serve immediately after tossing dressing with salad to prevent sogginess.
- Add complementary toppings like anchovies, chicken, or hard-boiled eggs for variation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 390 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 390kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 889mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 54mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 678IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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