Description
A Caesar salad is a classic and iconic dish known for its simple yet elegant combination of flavors and textures. It typically features crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, crunchy croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- Caesar dressing (recipe below)
For the Caesar Dressing:
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 anchovy fillet, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, garlic, anchovy, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Whisk in oil: While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing emulsifies and thickens.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Toss and serve: Pour the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use anchovy paste instead of a fillet.
- You can adjust the amount of dressing to your liking.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your Caesar salad, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or hard-boiled eggs.
- This salad is best served fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes