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Restaurant-Quality Classic Caesar Salad in 15 Minutes

A close-up of a bowl filled with fresh caesar salad, tossed in dressing, topped with crunchy croutons and grated parmesan.
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Make a truly unforgettable classic Caesar salad quickly using this method. You get crisp romaine lettuce, deeply flavorful homemade creamy Caesar dressing from scratch, and perfect crunchy croutons ready in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large heads of romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
  • 1 cup homemade croutons
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • For the Homemade Caesar Dressing:
  • 2 large egg yolks (pasteurized recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional, for authentic flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the croutons: If using store-bought, skip this step. If making homemade croutons, cube bread, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes until golden and crisp. Set aside.
  2. Make the creamy Caesar dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste (if using), and lemon juice until combined.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil and vegetable oil mixture while continuously whisking vigorously. Continue until the dressing emulsifies and thickens into a creamy consistency.
  4. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to your taste. This homemade Caesar dressing is the secret to restaurant style Caesar salad.
  5. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, place the chopped romaine lettuce. Pour about half of the dressing over the lettuce.
  6. Toss gently until the lettuce is lightly coated. Add more dressing as needed to reach your desired creaminess.
  7. Add the croutons and most of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss briefly one more time.
  8. Serve the Caesar salad immediately, topped with extra Parmesan cheese for a flavorful salad idea.

Notes

  • For a protein-packed salad, add 6 ounces of grilled chicken breast per serving to make this a Chicken Caesar Salad dinner.
  • To make the dressing faster, use a food processor or immersion blender, adding the oil in a slow, steady stream.
  • If you avoid raw eggs, you can substitute the egg yolks with 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt for a similar creamy texture in your homemade Caesar dressing.

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