Classic Caesar Salad

Name: Classic Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 heads romaine lettuce; 1 cup Parmesan cheese; 2 cups croutons; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp anchovy paste; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp black pepper

VegetarianAmericanLunchNo CookSaladClassic

⏱️ 15m PREP

🔥 0m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 240 CAL/SERV

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Overview

For the best Caesar salad, use fresh romaine lettuce and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add grilled chicken for a complete meal.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

12.0g 26%

Fat

16.0g 35%

Carbs

18.0g 39%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin A

45% DV

From romaine lettuce, supports eye health

🔺 Calcium

30% DV

From Parmesan cheese, important for bone health

☀️ Vitamin K

85% DV

From lettuce, essential for blood clotting

Ingredients

2 heads romaine lettuce
1 cup Parmesan cheese
2 cups croutons

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp anchovy paste
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1 Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
2 In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovy paste (if using).
3 Add grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper to the dressing and whisk until smooth and well combined.
4 Pour dressing over the chopped lettuce and toss gently until every leaf is coated with dressing.
5 Add croutons and toss again gently to distribute them throughout the salad.
6 Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and additional black pepper if desired.
7 Serve immediately to keep the lettuce crisp and croutons crunchy. Enjoy!