Homemade croutons and a lemony Caesar dressing elevate this salad from a run-of-the-mill side dish to something really special. A good Caesar salad becomes extraordinary with homemade croutons — banishing store-bought croutons forever!
Makes
12 cups
Total Time
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Ingredients
TOAST:
WHISK:
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Instructions
Toast bread in ¼ cup oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned, 4–5minutes. Toss croutons with basil and paprika; season with salt and pepper.
Whisk together grated Parmesan, lemon juice, mayonnaise, garlic, Dijon, anchovy paste, and Worcestershire. Whisk in ⅓ cup oil until emulsified; season with salt and pepper. Toss romaine and croutons with dressing; garnish with shaved Parmesan.
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Nutritional Facts
Nutritional Facts
Per cup
Calories: 176
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g 21%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 300mg 12%
% Daily Value*
Carbs 9g 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Protein 4g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
