Legendary Caesar Salad with Homemade Garlic-Parmesan Dressing

This timeless Caesar Salad features crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and a bold homemade dressing full of garlic, Parmesan, lemon, and anchovy flavor. A satisfying classic perfect as a starter or light main.


Legendary Caesar Salad with Homemade Garlic-Parmesan Dressing
πŸ›’ Ingredients (Servings: 4)

For the Salad:

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup garlic croutons
  • Β½ cup shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh cracked black pepper to taste

For the Dressing:

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped (or 1 tsp anchovy paste)
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Β½ cup olive oil
  • ΒΌ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • Salt and pepper to taste

🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Make the Dressing:
In a bowl or small blender, whisk together garlic, anchovy, egg yolk, mustard, and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify. Stir in grated Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to use.

Legendary Caesar Salad with Homemade Garlic-Parmesan Dressing

2️⃣ Assemble the Salad:
In a large salad bowl, toss chopped romaine with croutons and a generous amount of Caesar dressing. Mix well to coat.

3️⃣ Top & Serve:
Sprinkle with shaved Parmesan and a crack of black pepper. Serve immediately with extra dressing on the side if desired.


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πŸ’‘ Helpful Tip:

For a heartier meal, top your Caesar salad with grilled chicken, shrimp, or even seared steak. Leftover dressing also makes a delicious dip or sandwich spread.