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Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons

Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons

Discover the magic of a Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons. Fresh romaine, creamy dressing, and crunchy croutons make this recipe unforgettable. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 4 slices bread sourdough recommended, cut into cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • q.s. salt to taste
  • q.s. pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Kitchen knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Toss bread cubes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Spread cubes evenly on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake at 375°F for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
  4. In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, minced garlic, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth.
  5. Toss chopped romaine lettuce with half of the dressing.
  6. Add croutons and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  7. Drizzle remaining dressing over the top and combine gently.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, rub the inside of the salad bowl with a clove of garlic before assembling.
Store leftover components separately to maintain freshness. Dress the salad just before serving.
You can substitute sourdough for baguette or whole wheat bread and use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter dressing.
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