Best 7 Classic Delicious Caesar Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delight! If you're looking for an effortless yet impressive dish that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further than the classic Caesar salad. This iconic salad has captured hearts and palates for decades with its refreshing simplicity and bold flavors. In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of crafting the perfect Caesar salad, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of the dressing. Get ready to experience a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving for more.

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CLASSIC RESTAURANT CAESAR SALAD



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I used to work at a very fancy restaurant while I was in college. The best part of the job was making table side salads, entrees, and dessert. This was the best Caesar salad I have ever had! If having trouble getting the anchovy to mash, add a couple of croutons. They provide sort of an anti-skid surface, and the hard edges of the croutons cut into the anchovy.

Provided by sarahcrites

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 anchovy fillets
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 egg yolk
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup olive oil
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ head romaine lettuce, chopped
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons croutons

Steps:

  • Mash garlic with anchovies in a large salad bowl. Whisk lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, egg yolk, and Worcestershire sauce into the anchovy mixture until mixture is smooth and creamy. Gradually whisk olive oil into the dressing, pouring the oil into the dressing in a thin stream while stirring constantly. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Gently mix romaine lettuce and Parmesan cheese into the dressing until thoroughly coated; serve salad topped with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 116.3 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 587.2 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD



Classic Caesar Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 to 5 anchovies packed in oil, drained
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, grated
1/3 baguette, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large egg, at room temperature
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Soak the anchovies in a bowl of water, 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry, then finely chop and mash to form a paste; set aside.
  • Make the croutons: Combine the butter with the garlic in a small saucepan over medium-low heat; cook, swirling the pan occasionally, 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and pour into a medium bowl. Add the bread cubes and parsley and toss; season with salt and pepper. Arrange the bread on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake until golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes; let cool.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing: Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Gently lower the egg into the water, then immediately remove the pan from the heat and let stand 5 minutes. Drain and rinse the egg under cold water; crack into a large bowl. Whisk in the anchovy paste, the vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and mustard powder until smooth. Whisk in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream until emulsified; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the lettuce, croutons and about one-third of the Parmesan to the bowl with the dressing and gently toss. Divide among plates and top with the remaining Parmesan.

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD



Classic Caesar Salad image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large clove garlic
3 anchovies (I prefer white), plus more for serving
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large egg yolks
Juice of 2 lemons
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus shaved for serving
10 turns freshly cracked black pepper
3 romaine hearts, leaves separated

Steps:

  • Stick the garlic onto the tines of a fork. Rub the garlic all over the inside of the large bowl that you will use to make your dressing, thoroughly coating. Set aside the garlic clove for another use.
  • Add the anchovies and salt to the large bowl and mash them to a paste with the fork. Add in the egg yolks, lemon juice, mustard and Worcestershire and vigorously mix with the fork. Stream in the olive oil while whisking. Mix in the Parmesan and pepper.
  • Add the romaine leaves to the dressing and mix to coat the leaves. Divide the lettuce onto 4 plates, then garnish with shaved Parmesan and additional anchovies.

CLASSIC & DELICIOUS CAESAR SALAD



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Make and share this Classic & Delicious Caesar Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cloves garlic
3 flat anchovy fillets, drained and minced
2 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup olive oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, torn into pieces,rinsed and spun dry
1/2 cup freshly-grated parmesan cheese
1 cup garlic-flavored croutons (recipe in my cookbook)

Steps:

  • Mince and mash the garlic with the anchovies to form a paste and, in a bowl, whisk together paste, yolks, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire Sauce, salt and lemon juice.
  • Add oil in a stream, whisking, until it is emulsified.
  • Toss Romaine with Parmesan and croutons in a bowl; add dressing and toss well to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.3, Fat 49.5, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 106.5, Sodium 621.1, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 4.6, Protein 12.2

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Caesar Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Caesar salad is a classic, and we think our recipe embodies everything you love about the dish-it's tangy, creamy, crunchy, and garlicky. Drizzle little gem lettuce with homemade and hand-whisked Caesar dressing and top with torn-bread croutons and shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve with your choice of protein, if desired, but we think it's pretty perfect as is.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cloves garlic, crushed and roughly chopped
6 oil-packed anchovy fillets, drained and roughly chopped
¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
2 large pastured egg yollks
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups bread, torn into 1 in (2.54 cm) pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 oz little gem lettuce, leaves separated or torn
kosher salt, to taste
½ cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for topping
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced into ¼-inch (6 mm) pieces
8 oz grilled salmon, broken into 1 in (2.54 cm)
½ lb grilled shrimp

Steps:

  • Make the classic caesar dressing: On a cutting board, chop the garlic and anchovies together to combine. Sprinkle with the salt. Use the side of a knife to chop and mash the mixture into a smooth, homogeneous paste. Transfer the paste to a medium bowl.
  • Add the egg yolks and mustard to the bowl with the garlic anchovy paste. Whisk until the egg yolks lighten in color and become airy, about 2 minutes. While whisking continuously, drizzle in the vegetable and olive oils until the dressing is thick and emulsified. Whisk in the lemon juice; the dressing should loosen a bit but will still be thick enough to liberally coat the back of a spoon and should fall in ribbons when drizzled. Stir in the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, black pepper, and salt to taste. The dressing will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Make the croutons: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a medium bowl, toss the torn bread with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Scatter across a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, turning the pan halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crispy on the outside but still tender on the inside.
  • Assemble the salad: On a serving platter or in a large bowl, arrange half of the little gem leaves and season with a pinch of salt. Drizzle with ⅓ cup of the dressing and top with half of the Parmesan the croutons. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make another layer, adding more dressing to taste. Season with pepper. If desired, top with the protein of your choice, such as chicken, salmon, or shrimp. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 843 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 62 grams, Sugar 3 grams

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD 101



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If you prefer not to use the raw egg yolk in this classic caesar salad recipe, substitute 1 tablespoon of store-bought mayonnaise. The croutons are best made as close to serving time as possible.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 slices (1-inch) ciabatta or another crusty white bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, minced
Coarse salt (to taste)
2 cloves garlic, halved
2 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 to 5 anchovies
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, washed and dried thoroughly and torn into 2-inch pieces
Grated Parmesan cheese (to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium-size bowl, toss bread cubes with remaining crouton ingredients. On a parchment-lined baking sheet, toast croutons until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • In a large wooden bowl, using a wooden spoon, mash halved garlic cloves to a fine paste. Stir in egg yolks and Dijon mustard. Add anchovies, and grind to a paste. Add lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Slowly stir in olive oil until dressing is creamy.
  • Add lettuce to bowl, and toss to coat leaves thoroughly with dressing and grated Parmesan. Sprinkle croutons over salad, and serve topped with Parmesan shavings.

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD BY INDY RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Caesar Salad by Indy Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, garlic, bread, lemon, anchovies, egg, chicken breast, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, iceberg lettuce, paprika, butter

Provided by Indy Collado

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, peeled, smashed, then minced
4 loaves bread, sliced into cubes
¼ cup lemon, freshly juiced
3 anchovies, smashed and minced
1 egg
½ lb chicken breast, butterflied and malleted
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper
½ lb iceberg lettuce, rinsed, patted dry
1 tablespoon paprika
¼ cup butter

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: mix the lemon juice, half the parmesan cheese, egg and anchovies in a mixing bowl and gradually add oil while whisking to emulsify. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Make the croutons: sprinkle paprika over the sliced bread and mix well. Heat butter in a pan and add the bread cubes, toast well until crispy and browned, then remove from heat.
  • Season chicken with salt, pepper and paprika. Pan fry until well-done and slice into strips.
  • Using your hands, tear off the chunks of the lettuce from its heads and rip into pieces.
  • Toss lettuce and anchovy dressing together, making sure to not overdress the lettuce.
  • Plate and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1207 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 89 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 7 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Use fresh romaine lettuce, crispy croutons, and a flavorful dressing.
  • Make your own croutons: Homemade croutons are easy to make and taste much better than store-bought ones. Simply cube some bread, toss it with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and bake in the oven until golden brown.
  • Use a good quality cheese: Parmesan cheese is the traditional cheese for Caesar salad, but you can also use other hard cheeses like Asiago or Pecorino Romano. Make sure to grate the cheese finely so that it melts easily.
  • Make the dressing yourself: Caesar dressing is easy to make at home and tastes much better than store-bought dressing. Simply whisk together some olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, anchovies, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Toss the salad gently: Over-tossing the salad will wilt the lettuce and make it soggy. Toss the salad gently just until the dressing is evenly distributed.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Caesar salad is best served immediately after it is made. The dressing will start to wilt the lettuce if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Caesar salad is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy dressing, crispy croutons, and flavorful cheese, it's sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy salad recipe, give Caesar salad a try.

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