Tangy Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Tangy Caesar Salad recipe, featuring crisp romaine lettuce, golden homemade croutons, and a zesty, velvety dressing made from scratch. Bursting with bold flavors from fresh garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and optional anchovies, this salad strikes the perfect balance between savory, tangy, and creamy. Topped with Parmesan shavings for an extra touch of indulgence, each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this classic yet vibrant Caesar salad is perfect as a refreshing appetizer or a light main course. Treat your taste buds to this quintessential crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 heads Romaine lettuce
• 3 cups Day-old bread (for croutons)
• 5 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 fillets Anchovy fillets (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parmesan shavings (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and toss in 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

Rinse and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 4

In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add finely minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and egg yolk. If using anchovy fillets, mash them into a paste and whisk them in as well.

Step 6

Slowly drizzle in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil while continually whisking to create a smooth emulsified dressing.

Step 7

Add the sautéed garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to the dressing. Mix until well combined and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the romaine lettuce and toss until the leaves are evenly coated.

Step 9

Add the croutons to the salad and gently toss again.

Step 10

Top the salad with Parmesan shavings for garnish.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your tangy Caesar salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2239.5 grams (2239.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3440

Total Fat 143.60g	184%
Saturated Fat 43.70g	219%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 332mg	111%
Sodium 8977mg	390%
Total Carbohydrate 403.10g	147%
Dietary Fiber 40.20g	144%
Total Sugars 35.60g
Protein 156.30g	313%

Vitamin D 202IU	1010%
Calcium 2532mg	195%
Iron 32mg	176%
Potassium 3570mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 45.7%