Description
A refreshing and timeless Caesar salad with crisp romaine, creamy dressing, and crunchy croutons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce and croutons.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and an additional drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding anchovies to the dressing.
- You can substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 15
Keywords: Classic Caesar Salad, Caesar Salad Recipe, Easy Caesar Salad, Homemade Caesar Salad, Salad Recipes