Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Caesar salad elevates classic ingredients with professional chef techniques. Crisp romaine, homemade croutons, and a silky anchovy-rich dressing create restaurant-quality perfection you’ll savor with every refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Vegetables:
- 2 romaine lettuce hearts
- 2 anchovy fillets, minced (optional)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Cheese and Croutons:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) croutons
Dressing and Seasonings:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Carefully wash and tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are crisp and dry by using a salad spinner or patting with paper towels.
- Create the zesty dressing by combining minced fresh garlic, finely chopped anchovy fillets (if desired), smooth Dijon mustard, tangy Worcestershire sauce, and freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small mixing bowl.
- Gradually stream extra virgin olive oil into the mixture while whisking vigorously to create a smooth, emulsified vinaigrette that blends seamlessly.
- Season the vinaigrette with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, tasting and adjusting the flavors to achieve a balanced and vibrant profile.
- Gently pour the prepared dressing over the lettuce, using tongs to delicately coat each leaf without bruising the tender greens.
- Sprinkle crisp, golden homemade or store-bought croutons over the salad for added texture and crunch.
- Finish the caesar salad by generously shaving aged Parmesan cheese on top using a microplane or cheese grater.
- Serve immediately to preserve the crisp lettuce and prevent the croutons from becoming soggy, ensuring a perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Whip up this dressing moments before serving to capture its most vibrant, fresh-from-the-kitchen taste.
- Grate Parmesan cheese just before adding to ensure maximum flavor and delicate texture.
- Toast croutons until golden brown for a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with crisp lettuce.
- Drizzle dressing sparingly to prevent overwhelming the salad’s delicate balance of flavors.
- Chill ingredients beforehand to help maintain the salad’s perfect temperature and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 680 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 70 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 58 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg