Spicy Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Spicy Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 baguette, sliced 1/3 inch thick; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 4 oil packed anchovy fillets, preferably spicy, drained and chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 large garlic cloves coarsely chopped; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; freshly ground pepper; 6 slices lean bacon (3 ounces); 1 1/2 pounds romaine lettuce, torn into large bite sized pieces; 1 long red chile, seeded and thinly sliced crosswise; 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 baguette, sliced 1/3 inch thick
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 oil packed anchovy fillets, preferably spicy, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 large garlic cloves coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
freshly ground pepper
6 slices lean bacon (3 ounces)
1 1/2 pounds romaine lettuce, torn into large bite sized pieces
1 long red chile, seeded and thinly sliced crosswise
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread the baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush both sides with olive oil. Bake for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Let the toasts cool, then break them into large pieces.
2
Mean while in a mini food processor combine the mayo, anchovies, lemon juice, garlic and mustard and blend until smooth. With the processor on,slowly pour in the 1/4 cup of olive oil. Season the dressing with pepper.
3
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat until browned and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Drain and slice crosswise 1 inch thick.
4
In a large bowl toss the romaine with the sliced chile, croutons and the bacon. Add the dressing and toss. Sprinkle the parmesan over the salad, toss again and serve right away.

1594

kcal

Calories

158

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 baguette, sliced 1/3 inch thick, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 4 oil packed anchovy fillets, preferably spicy, drained and chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

Spicy Caesar Salad

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