
Caesar Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite thing about this Caesar salad is how quickly it comes together without any cooking required. I love using fresh romaine and roasted cauliflower to add extra texture and nutrition, especially since cauliflower is packed with vitamin C and fiber. The homemade dressing takes just minutes to whisk together with garlic, lemon juice, and that classic anchovy umami flavor that makes everyone ask for the recipe. Top it all with sliced chicken breast and shaved parmesan, and you've got a satisfying meal that's both impressive and budget friendly.
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Ingredients
- 1cauliflower
- 2romaine lettuce
- 500 gchicken breast
- 150 mlolive oil
- 100 mllemon juice
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 2 tbspdijon mustard
- 1egg
- 10 ganchovy fillets
- 100 gparmesan cheese
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 100 mlwater
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, anchovy fillets, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 2
In a large bowl, massage the romaine lettuce with your hands for about 2 minutes to help break down the fibers.
Tip: This step is important to help the salad hold its shape.
- 3
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.
Tip: Try to slice the chicken against the grain for a more tender texture.
- 4
Add the chicken breast strips to the bowl with the romaine lettuce and toss to coat.
Tip: Use your hands to coat the chicken evenly with the salad.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Tip: This step helps to thicken the dressing and give it a creamier texture.
- 6
Add the egg to the blender or food processor with the garlic and mustard mixture. Blend until well combined.
Tip: Make sure the egg is fully incorporated into the dressing.
- 7
Slowly add the water to the blender or food processor while continuously blending until the dressing reaches the desired consistency.
Tip: Adjust the amount of water to achieve the right consistency for your taste.
- 8
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the blender or food processor and blend until well combined.
Tip: The cheese will help to thicken the dressing and give it a richer flavor.
- 9
Toss the salad with the dressing until the lettuce is well coated.
Tip: Make sure the lettuce is coated evenly with the dressing.
- 10
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
Tip: Add more salt and pepper if needed to enhance the flavors.
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