Description
Classic Caesar Salad with a twist features crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy homemade Caesar dressing, with unique additions like cherry tomatoes and avocado for added freshness and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, add chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and croutons.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine and coat evenly.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more filling meal.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter dressing.
- Make croutons from day-old bread for a homemade touch.
- Toss avocado gently to avoid mashing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
