Easy Caesar Salad

This Easy Caesar Salad is made with classic salad, Crisp romaine lettuce with croutons,tasty abd make for the perfect side salad for any meal.

Have you ever had one of those weeks when everything feels off because and your drink my thinking about preparing dinner Forget it because that was me last Tuesday when I stared at see purchase slip as if it owed me answers.

Then there it was so I found a sad little head of romaine but I added some crunchy croutons and a punchy dressing so boom—Caesar salad to the rescue.

I tried making the dressing from scratch I might have over-garlic-ed it so my husband didn’t talk for a full minute while tears filled his eyes whether from joy or spice—we’ll never know.

But seriously have you ever had a real Caesar salad instead of the kind that’s drowning in bottled goo because a homemade one with sharp parmesan and zesty lemon and that creamy, tangy magic is something else.

It’s easier than you’d think and way tastier than takeout.

Ingredients :

• 1 large head of romaine lettuce
• 1 cup of croutons
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg yolk for the dressing
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make Caesar Salad

Step 1

Prepare the lettuce: Wash the romaine lettuce leaves well and dry them with a salad spinner or clean towels. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces then Add the lettuce to a salad bowl or salad plate. Set that aside.

Step 2

Make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing becomes creamy and smooth.

Step 3

Season the dressing: Add salt and pepper to taste. Taste the dressing and add more lemon juice or salt if needed and Toss the salad: In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently until the lettuce is coated with the dressing.

Step 4

Serve immediately: Caesar salad is best when served fresh. You can add grilled chicken or shrimp on top if you want a heartier meal.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

To make these yummy Caesar Salad, you’ll only need a few basic kitchen tools

• Salad spinner or clean kitchen towels to dry lettuce
• Large mixing bowl
• Small mixing bowl for dressing
• Whisk or fork for mixing dressing
• Knife for mincing garlic and tearing lettuce
• Measuring spoons and cups

Tips for Making the Perfect Caesar Salad

Make your own croutons: If you have old bread, cut it into small cubes, toss with olive oil and a little salt, then bake at 350°F (175°C) until golden and crunchy.

Be careful with raw egg: If you don’t want to use raw egg yolk, you can substitute with 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise for a safer dressing

Serve quickly: Caesar salad is best served immediately after tossing with the dressing to keep the lettuce crisp.

What to Eat with Caesar Salad??

I love having this delicious salad as a side dish with grilled chicken or shrimp. I like to make it a complete meal. Sometimes I crave to have it with pasta, which is also great. But my mother-in-law loves to have it with bread and a bowl of warm soup, which is strange, but trust me, it is great too.

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