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Caesar Salad

Few fresh, crisp dishes are as reliable as Caesar Salad: crisp romaine in creamy Caesar dressing with crunchy croutons. It comes together in about 20 minutes, which makes it an easy weeknight option.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Total: 20 min

20Minutes

4Servings

4.5Rating

EasyLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Ready in about 20 minutes from start to finish.
A short, straightforward ingredient list with no special equipment needed.
Leftovers hold up well for lunch the next day.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

2 romaine hearts, chopped
1 cup croutons
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
For dressing: 1/4 cup mayo, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 anchovy fillets minced, 1 clove garlic minced, 1 tsp Dijon, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, black pepper

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

250Calories

20gFat

2gCarbs

14gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Make the dressing: whisk the mayo, lemon juice, minced anchovies, garlic, Dijon, and grated Parmesan until smooth. Add pepper to taste.
Step 2
Put the chopped romaine in a large bowl.
Step 3
Add just enough dressing to lightly coat the leaves and toss well.
Step 4
Add the croutons and half the shaved Parmesan and toss again.
Step 5
Top with the remaining Parmesan and a grind of black pepper.
Step 6
Serve right away so the leaves stay crisp.

Cook's tips

Dress it just before serving so the greens stay crisp instead of wilting.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.

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