Name: Classic Caesar Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 head of romaine lettuce; 1 cup homemade croutons; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Caesar dressing; 1 lemon; Salt and pepper to taste

Classic Caesar Salad Recipe

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This classic Caesar salad recipe is a favorite among salad lovers. Made with fresh romaine lettuce, homemade croutons, and a creamy Caesar dressing, this salad is both flavorful and satisfying. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal or as a side dish for a dinner party. Serve it with grilled chicken or shrimp for a complete and filling meal.

Ingredients

1 head of romaine lettuce
1 cup homemade croutons
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Caesar dressing
1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce leaves, then chop them into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, homemade croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss the salad again to ensure that all the flavors are well combined.
Serve the Caesar salad immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Caesar salad is named after its creator, Caesar Cardini, an Italian-American restaurateur.

The original Caesar salad recipe did not include anchovies, but they have become a common ingredient in most modern variations.

Caesar dressing is made with a combination of ingredients such as garlic, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovies.