Traditional Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Traditional Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For croutons; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, halved; 3 cups 1/2 inch cubes French bread or 3 cups Italian bread; salt and pepper; For salad; 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons lemon juice (fresh is best); 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 3 anchovy fillets, rinsed and patted dry; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 large eggs, boiled gently for 2 minutes; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded; 2 heads romaine lettuce, torn into bite size pieces

Servings: persons

For croutons
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, halved
3 cups 1/2 inch cubes French bread or 3 cups Italian bread
salt and pepper
For salad
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 anchovy fillets, rinsed and patted dry
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 large eggs, boiled gently for 2 minutes
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
2 heads romaine lettuce, torn into bite size pieces

1
In small sauce pan, heat butter, olive oil, and garlic from top of recipe.
2
When butter is melted, remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes.
3
Remove garlic, toss bread cubes with butter mixture.
4
Spread on baking sheet and bake at 350 F shaking pan once or twice, until croutons are golden brown (about 10 minutes).
5
Set aside.
6
In large wooden salad bowl, run garlic clove around the inside of the bowl.
7
Mash together the 4 cloves of garlic and the 1/2 tsp salt until they form a paste.
8
Whisk in lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to taste.
9
Mash anchovy fillets in small bowl until they form a paste.
10
Add anchovy paste to garlic mixture and whisk well.
11
Add 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly.
12
Add coddled eggs and whisk until blended.
13
Add romaine pieces and croutons, and toss until coated with dressing.
14
Sprinkle on Parmesan cheese and toss lightly.
15
Serve immediately.

575

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For croutons, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, halved, and more.

Yes, Traditional 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.

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Traditional Caesar Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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