Classic Cesar Salad Recipe

Name: Classic Cesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2.5 cups white bread, sliced into 1/2-inch cubes.; 1/3 cup olive oil, plus 1 teaspoon; 6 handfuls romain lettuce, head washed and spun dry. Leaves torn into bite-sized pieces; 1 clove garlic, peeled and havled lengthwise; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, fresh ground; 1 egg white; 3 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh squeezed; 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce; 1/8 cup roman cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees C.
2
Toss bread cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil in large bowl, then spread them out evenly on baking sheet.
3
Bake, uncovered, 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until uniformly golden brown. Watch them like a hawlk (I typically burn some or all of them).
4
Drain on paper towels and reserve.
5
Rub large wooden salad bowl well with garlic; then discard the garlic. Note that this doesn't work with a metal bowl. If using a glass bowl, sliver the garlic finely and leave in the bowl. The flavour will be stronger, but at least not lacking.
6
Break romaine into bowl in bite-size pieces, drizzle with remaining 1/3 cup olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
7
Soft-boil the egg white. One minute in boiling water, or divide the egg, and put the egg white in an open bowl in the microwave until it just begins to solidify (about 30 seconds or less).
8
Whisk the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and egg white into the bowl together.
9
Pour the resulting mixture over the lettuce.
10
Sprinkle the cheese over the lettuce.
11
Toss until every leaf glistens.
12
Add the croutons and toss again.
13
Serve immediately.

254

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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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2.5 cups white bread, sliced into 1/2-inch cubes., 1/3 cup olive oil, plus 1 teaspoon, 6 handfuls romain lettuce, head washed and spun dry. Leaves torn into bite-sized pieces, 1 clove garlic, peeled and havled lengthwise, and more.

Yes, Classic Cesar 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 Cesar Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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