Spinach Salad with Meyer Lemon Caesar Dressing and

Name: Spinach Salad with Meyer Lemon Caesar Dressing and Flatbread Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice (or 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice combined with 1 tablespoon orange juice); 4 cloves roasted garlic; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 3 anchovy fillets; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for shaving; 1 -pound baby spinach, washed and dried; Flatbread Croutons, recipe follows; 1 recipe flatbread, recipe follows; Olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups warm water (105 to 110 degrees F); 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons olive or canola oil, plus more for bowl

Servings: persons

1/4 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice (or 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice combined with 1 tablespoon orange juice)
4 cloves roasted garlic
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
3 anchovy fillets
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for shaving
1 -pound baby spinach, washed and dried
Flatbread Croutons, recipe follows
1 recipe flatbread, recipe follows
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups warm water (105 to 110 degrees F)
1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive or canola oil, plus more for bowl

1
Place lemon juice, garlic, mustard, mayonnaise, anchovies, red wine vinegar, salt, and a good amount of freshly ground black pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
2
With the motor running, slowly add the oil and blend until emulsified.
3
Add the grated cheese and blend for a few seconds to incorporate.
4
Place spinach in a large bowl, add dressing, and toss to coat each leaf.
5
Add Flatbread Croutons and toss again.
6
Top with shaved Parmesan and serve immediately.
7
Flatten flatbread dough, gently press into a large rectangle, brush liberally with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and throw on grill.
8
Grill on both sides until golden brown.
9
Cut into strips about 2 to 3 inches long and 1/4-inch wide.
10
Mix water and yeast in a large bowl and let stand 5 minutes to proof.
11
Gradually pour in 2 cups of the flour and stir to incorporate.
12
Mix for about 1 minute to form a sponge.
13
Let stand, covered, for at least 1 hour.
14
Put sponge in the bowl of a stand mixer.
15
Using the dough hook, add the salt and oil, then add the flour, 1/2 cup at a time, to form a dough.
16
Remove from bowl and knead.
17
Place in a clean oiled bowl and let rise, slowly, about 2 1/2 hours.
18
Divide dough into 4 balls, if desired, let rise again for 1/2 hour, and then roll out as desired.
19
Yield: 4 individual flatbreads or 1 large flatbread

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice (or 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice combined with 1 tablespoon orange juice), 4 cloves roasted garlic, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Spinach Salad with Meyer Lemon Caesar Dressing and Flatbread Croutons 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.

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Spinach Salad with Meyer Lemon Caesar Dressing and Flatbread Croutons

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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