Classic Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Classic Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce anchovy (approximately 2); 1 tablespoon fresh garlic (approximately 4 cloves); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 egg yolk, coddled; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 10 ounces romaine lettuce; 1 cup seasoned croutons

Servings: persons

1 ounce anchovy (approximately 2)
1 tablespoon fresh garlic (approximately 4 cloves)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg yolk, coddled
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
10 ounces romaine lettuce
1 cup seasoned croutons

1
Place anchovies and fresh garlic in a wooden salad bowl. Crush into a fine paste with 2 dinner forks.
2
Add Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce to paste and stir.
3
Add egg yolk and continue to stir.
4
SLOWLY add olive oil while continuously stirring.
5
Add lemon juice, red wine vinegar and half of the parmesan cheese then stir.
6
Place the Romaine lettuce on the dressing mixture and toss, making sure to wet all sides of the lettuce leaves.
7
Add croutons and the remaining parmesan cheese then toss lightly.
8
Serve on cold plates with chilled forks.
9
Sprinkle with ground pepper to taste (Optional).

350

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce anchovy (approximately 2), 1 tablespoon fresh garlic (approximately 4 cloves), 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, Classic Caesar Salad falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Caesar Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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