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    Perfect Caesar Salad

    Published: Apr 17, 2019 · Modified: Aug 10, 2020 by Anna 12 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Caesar Salad is quick, simple and bursting with flavor! You only need Romain lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons and dressing to make it!

    Paired with buttery croutons and my Creamy Caesar Dressing, this salad is always a huge hit!

    Overhead shot of Caesar salad with croutons on white salad bowl.

    The one salad that we used to always order at restaurants, was the Caesar Salad. It's a favorite around here. When made with creamy dressing and perfect, buttery croutons it is the best! It's a simple salad (you only need 4 ingredients) with a grande name. Since it is so simple, it is worth to make the croutons and dressing from scratch. This will be the best Caesar salad you will ever have!

    Ingredients:

    • Romaine lettuce
    • Parmesan cheese wedge
    • croutons
    • Caesar dressing

    Instructions:

    • If making the dressing from scratch, combine all ingredients in a small food processor and process until creamy and smooth. Transfer into a jar and keep in the fridge until ready to use.
    • If making croutons, cube bread, toss with melted butter and toast in the oven for no more than 10 minutes.
    • Arrange chopped Romaine lettuce in a salad bowl, top with Parmesan cheese, still warm croutons and a drizzle of dressing.
    Close up shot of chopped Romaine lettuce, croutons, shaved Parmesan and dressing.

    Should Caesar salad have anchovies?

    Anchovies are often used in the Caesar dressing. It gives it that characteristic flavor. I don't use anchovies because Worcestershire sauce is a great substitute and the dressing still tastes spot on.

    What to serve it with?

    This Caesar salad is great served before a pasta dish, like my Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan with fettuccine, or simple chicken sandwich. You can add cooked, cubed chicken and make this salad into a meal on it's own.

    The name:

    You may be surprised to learn that this salad was not named after the Roman Emperor, but after Caesar Cardini - an Italian born chef that run a restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico.

    More easy salad recipes:

    • Grilled Chicken Salad
    • Quick and Easy Broccoli Salad
    • Chicken Cobb Salad
    • Creamy Cucumber Salad

    For more healthy and delicious recipes like this one, feel free to browse our Salad category.

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment! 😀

    Salad in a bowl.

    Perfect Caesar Salad recipe

    Author: Anna
    This Caesar Salad is quick, simple and bursting with flavor! You only need Romain lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons and dressing to make it!
    Paired with buttery croutons and my Creamy Caesar Dressing, this salad is always a huge hit!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 471 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    for croutons:

    • 2 cups cubed bread I used baguette
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
    • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt

    for dressing:

    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1/4 cup lemon juice
    • 1/2 cup olive oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

    for salad:

    • 6 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
    • 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

    Instructions
     

    • To make croutons: toss cubed bread with melted butter and seasoning. Spread into one layer on a baking sheet and bake in 375 degrees F for no longer than 10 minutes.
    • To make dressing: combine all ingredients in a small food processor or blender and process until smooth and creamy.
    • To make salad: arrange lettuce in salad bowl. Top with Parmesan cheese, still warm croutons and drizzle with salad dressing.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 471kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 1030mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 6465IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 260mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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    1. Ro says

      February 24, 2022 at 8:27 pm

      5 stars
      This dressing was excellent, we really enjoyed it. However, for the croutons what do you mean by Italian seasoning on the crouton recipe?

      Reply
    2. Jade Manning says

      April 19, 2019 at 9:07 am

      This salad looks lovely and refreshing!

      Reply
    3. Jacquelyn Hastert says

      April 18, 2019 at 4:27 pm

      I love a good caesar salad! This one looks fantastic with all that cheese atop the crunchy lettuce... YUMMY!

      Reply
    4. Taylor says

      April 18, 2019 at 12:48 pm

      I haven't had a caesar salad in so long! Making this week!

      Reply
    5. Trang says

      April 18, 2019 at 12:11 pm

      5 stars
      I always order Caesar salads at the restaurant too! I never realized how easy it is to make. Plus, thanks for the suggestion substitute for anchovies!

      Reply
    6. Steph says

      April 18, 2019 at 11:04 am

      5 stars
      Definitely my favorite salad of all time! Such a simple and delicious recipe!

      Reply
    7. Lora says

      April 18, 2019 at 5:32 am

      I have a huge Caesar salad fan here and now I've got to make your recipe!! This is what I want for lunch today!

      Reply
    8. Catalina says

      April 18, 2019 at 3:19 am

      One of my favorite salads! I will try your recipe next time! It looks so tasty!

      Reply
    9. Chrissie Baker says

      April 18, 2019 at 2:35 am

      I would eat this salad every day!! It looks delicious and the sauce sounds perfect for it. I don’t like bottled dressings — I think they have a “funny” taste and I don’t like to spoil my salad with it. Can’t wait to make this

      Reply
    10. Katie Wyllie says

      April 17, 2019 at 5:28 pm

      You can't beat a Caesar salad but I hardly ever make it at home! Definitely giving your recipe a go!

      Reply
    11. Becky Hardin says

      April 17, 2019 at 3:32 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! You are correct this is the perfect salad.

      Reply
    12. Kristyn says

      April 17, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      Caesar salad is my favorite!! It's perfect anytime! I need to have this dressing on hand at all times!

      Reply

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