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Classic Caesar Salad

A timeless and satisfying Caesar salad featuring crisp romaine lettuce, creamy dressing, and finely shredded parmesan cheese.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Lettuce

  • 2 hearts Romaine lettuce or 1 large head of romaine lettuce

Dressing

  • ¾ cup Caesar dressing homemade or store-bought

Cheese

  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese finely shredded

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Lettuce - Wash the romaine lettuce. If using romaine hearts, remove the outer leaves and split each heart in half lengthwise. For a large head of romaine, cut it into quarters. Rinse the leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry.
  • Step 2: Make the Dressing - If you have homemade Caesar dressing, skip this step. Otherwise, prepare your dressing according to your favorite recipe.
  • Step 3: Assemble Your Salad - In a large salad bowl, add the prepared romaine lettuce. Drizzle about ¾ cup of the Caesar dressing over the lettuce and gently toss to coat.
  • Step 4: Add the Cheese - Sprinkle the finely shredded parmesan cheese over the top and toss lightly to mix.
  • Step 5: Serve and Enjoy! - Transfer the salad to plates or serve family-style. Add extra parmesan and black pepper if desired.

Equipment

  • Salad Bowl
  • Salad Tongs

Notes

For added crunch, consider including homemade croutons. Personalize your salad with toppings like grilled chicken or shrimp.