Best Homemade Caesar Salad
This delicious and refreshing Caesar salad is made with crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and a creamy dressing that combines garlic, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 large head Romaine lettuce, chopped Washed and dried
- 1 cup croutons (store-bought or homemade) For added crunch
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with vegan Parmesan
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil For the dressing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the dressing
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice For acidity in the dressing
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and olive oil until smooth.
- Fold in freshly grated Parmesan cheese into the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine with croutons and pour the dressing over.
- Gently toss until evenly coated and garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Store leftover components separately to maintain freshness. The dressing can be kept in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to a week.