Description
A homemade Creamy Caesar Salad featuring fresh romaine, a rich dressing with Parmesan and garlic, and optional toppings for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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2 heads Fresh Romaine Lettuce
½ cup Mayonnaise
½ cup Parmesan Cheese
3 tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
2–3 cloves Garlic
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 cup Croutons
Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Combine mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper in a bowl and whisk until smooth
- Chill the Dressing: Refrigerate the dressing for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavors
- Prepare the Romaine: Wash and dry the romaine, then chop into bite-sized pieces
- Assemble the Salad: Add chopped romaine to a bowl and drizzle with dressing
- Toss Gently: Toss the lettuce with the dressing until evenly coated
- Add Finishing Touches: Top with croutons and additional Parmesan before serving
Notes
For a lighter dressing, substitute half or all of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American