Classic Caesar Salad: Homemade & Ready in Just 15 Minutes

A quick and delicious Classic Caesar Salad that combines crisp romaine lettuce with a rich, creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 head Romaine Lettuce Fresh and thoroughly dried
1 cup Croutons Store-bought or homemade

For the Dressing

2 large Egg Yolks Use pasteurized if concerned about raw eggs
2 cloves Minced Garlic Always use fresh
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
0.5 cup Olive Oil Add slowly while whisking
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
0.25 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated preferred

Equipment

salad spinner
mixing bowl
whisk
salad tongs
large salad bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Gradually add olive oil while whisking to emulsify.
In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine lettuce with half of the dressing until well coated.
Serve with croutons and additional grated Parmesan on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize your salad by adding proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas. Store components separately for best freshness.

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