Simplest Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Simplest Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves; 2 anchovy fillets; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for garnishing; 2 lemons, zested and juiced; 2 green onions, roughly chopped; 1 bunch fresh chives, roughly chopped; 1 clove garlic; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 head romaine lettuce, leaves separated

Servings: persons

1
In the bowl of a food processor, add the parsley leaves, anchovy fillets, Parmesan, lemon juice and zest, green onions, chives and garlic.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Pulse the mixture and slowly drizzle in the olive oil.
4
Remove the top from the food processor and unplug the machine.
5
Replace the blade from the processor with the shredder blade and place the top back on the machine.
6
Plug the machine back in and shred the lettuce leaves, 1 at a time, directly on top of the dressing.
7
Pour the lettuce and dressing into a large bowl and toss to combine.
8
Garnish with additional Parmesan.

236

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, 2 anchovy fillets, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for garnishing, 2 lemons, zested and juiced, and more.

Yes, Simplest Caesar Salad falls under the Salads 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!

Simplest Caesar Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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