Caesar Salad with Sourdough Croutons
Romaine hearts are drizzled with a cheesy, garlicky Caesar dressing then topped with crunchy, sourdough croutons.
Servings 4
Calories 278kcal
Ingredients
- 2 hearts of romaine halved, lengthwise
Caesar Dressing
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon anchovy paste optional
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Sourdough Croutons
- 2 cups sourdough bread cubes
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 300 degrees. Toss bread cubes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, garlic powder and cayenne then spread in an even layer on baking sheet. Bake until golden brown and crunchy, about 20 minutes.
- Whisk together dressing in a bowl; set aside.
- When you're ready to assemble, place romaine hearts on a platter and drizzle with dressing and top with croutons.
Nutrition
Serving: 1romaine heart and 2 tablespoons dressing | Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 1211mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5074IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 2mg