Description
Easy Caesar Salad with Sourdough Croutons offers crisp crisper romaine lettuce, buttery homemade sourdoughs croutons, and a smooth, tangy Caesar dressing made from butter, mayo, lemon juice, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, this vibrant salad suits quick lunches, dinners, or as a side for grilled chicken. The crunchy texture and flavor wow!!Share this vibrant salad on Pinterest for likes!!!Guide covers equipment tips variations storage !!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup sourdough bread, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss sourdough cubes with melted butter and spread on a baking sheet. Bake 10‑15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine and croutons. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a dairy‑free version, substitute butter with oil and omit Parmesan or use a vegan cheese alternative. Croutons can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to three days
- re‑crisp before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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