Ensalada Cesar (Classic Caesar Salad)

Name: Ensalada Cesar (Classic Caesar Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (= 1 whole lemon); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 garlic cloves; 3 anchovy fillets; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon table salt (just a pinch); 2 cups baguette, ciabatta, or any bread of your choice; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Herbs or seasonings of your choice (e.g., dried oregano, thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning); salt and pepper, to taste; 16 cups chopped romaine lettuce (about 2 heads); 1 cup Parmesan Cheese; 2 cups choice of protein: grilled or baked chicken. Grilled shrimp; 2 Boiled eggs, cut in half

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
4 Servings
Calories
395 kcal
Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Cuisine
Italian, Mexican

Ensalada Cesar (Classic Caesar Salad)

Delilah Cunningham

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The perfect Ensalada Cesar recipe for an easy weeknight dinner, lunch or for gatherings. With homemade croutons and a creamy dressing.

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Ingredients

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Caesar Dressing

⅔ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (= 1 whole lemon)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves minced finely
3 anchovy fillets rinsed, patted dry and minced finely
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon table salt (just a pinch)

Croutons

2 cups baguette, ciabatta, or any bread of your choice cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
Herbs or seasonings of your choice (e.g., dried oregano, thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning)
salt and pepper, to taste

For the salad

16 cups chopped romaine lettuce (about 2 heads) large outer leaves discarded, washed, dried.
1 cup Parmesan Cheese in slivers or grated.
2 cups choice of protein: grilled or baked chicken. Grilled shrimp. optional
2 Boiled eggs, cut in half. optional

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Instructions

Make The Dressing

Whisk all ingredients together in bowl. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.

Make The Croutons

Preheat your oven or air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the oven rack is in the center position.
In a large mixing bowl, drizzle the olive oil over the bread cubes. Sprinkle with the herbs, salt and pepper. Toss well to combine and saturate all cubes.
Spread the cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the croutons are golden brown and crisp. Keep a close eye on them, as they can quickly go from golden to burnt.

Assemble The Salad

Toss lettuce with enough dressing to cover the lettuce. Add more if needed. Then add the croutons, 3/4 cup Parmesan, optional protein. Toss to combine.
Note: remember, when it comes to salad dressings, "You can always add but you cannot take away!". Add a little bit at the beginning then add more to taste.
Serve on separate plates and sprinkle with more cheese if desired.

Notes

Use fresh and crisp romaine lettuce as the base. Check for any wilted or discolored leaves and remove them. Invest in good-quality Parmesan cheese and grate it fresh for the best flavor. For homemade croutons, use day-old bread or baguette for optimal crunchiness.Storing: Use an airtight container and place a few paper towels in the container to absorb moisture. Store all ingredients separately to avoid a soggy salad. Nutrition per serving assuming 4 servings as a side dish (no protein included) with 2/3 of the Dressing used.
Use fresh and crisp romaine lettuce as the base. Check for any wilted or discolored leaves and remove them.
Invest in good-quality Parmesan cheese and grate it fresh for the best flavor.
For homemade croutons, use day-old bread or baguette for optimal crunchiness.Storing: Use an airtight container and place a few paper towels in the container to absorb moisture. Store all ingredients separately to avoid a soggy salad.
Nutrition per serving assuming 4 servings as a side dish (no protein included) with 2/3 of the Dressing used.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 450grams Calories 395kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 39mg (13%) Sodium 970mg (40%) Potassium 363mg (10%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 395 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	450grams
Calories	395kcal	20%
Carbohydrates	10g	3%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	35g	54%
Saturated Fat	8g	40%
Cholesterol	39mg	13%
Sodium	970mg	40%
Potassium	363mg	8%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	3g	6%