Fresh, zesty, and loaded with crunch… This is The Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad Recipe we’ve ever made! 

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Why We Love This Caesar Salad Recipe

What is it about Caesar Salad that makes even the most veggie-resistant eaters, dive into a bowl of greens?

Is it the ample amount of buttery croutons tucked into the salad? Or is it the robust, yet silky, dressing kissing every single piece of lettuce?

The Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad Recipe

I believe it’s the perfect trifecta of crunchy golden croutons, cool crisp romaine lettuce, and pungent parmesan dressing that makes a Caesar Salad Recipe the most popular salad in the nation.

I’ve eaten some truly inspiring Caesar Salads over the years, the kind they make tableside at fancy Las Vegas steakhouses. I’ve also eaten quite a few that I would consider rather lackluster.

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Best Caesar Dressing

The key to making a truly dazzling Caesar, is to not drown the lettuce in dressing. Second, the Caesar dressing recipe and croutons must be made from scratch.

That’s not to say I’ve never purchased bottled Caesar dressing and packaged croutons. Of course, I have.

Yet, in order to make The Best Caesar Salad Recipe you’ve ever eaten, shortcuts are not acceptable.

Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad Recipe Ever!

Even so, The Best Caesar Salad Recipe is a quick and easy preparation.

With only 10 minutes of chopping and mixing, and a few minutes to toast homemade croutons, you can create the most perfect steakhouse-style caesar salad in the whole wide world.

Ready to give it a try?

The Best Caesar Salad Recipe Ever!

How to Make Caesar Dressing

It’s imperative to get the Caesar salad dressing just right…

Mince garlic and anchovy fillets together until very fine. Mincing them at the same time helps keep the garlic cloves from sliding around on the cutting board.

Whisk the egg yolks, lemon juice, and dijon mustard together until smooth. If you are worried about serving raw egg yolks, just remember, you’ve eaten them in Caesar salads for years without (possibly) realizing it. Plus, the lemon juice kills bacteria. *wink*

Wash the eggs before cracking them, then don’t stress.

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Whisk the dressing vigorously while adding the oils into the mixture ever so slowly. This thickens the dressing and creates a silky texture.

Mix in the garlic, anchovies, and grated parmesan cheese. Then taste the dressing and season with salt and pepper as needed.

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Homemade Croutons

Make your own croutons by cutting a heavy loaf of dense Italian bread into one-inch cubes.

Melt butter in a large skillet and toast the bread cubes on all sides. Before they are finished, be sure to season the croutons with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

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Finally, mix the fresh dressing with piles of chopped romaine lettuce. Start with two-thirds of the dressing to make sure you don’t overdo it. Then mix in the rest if needed.

The romaine should be lightly coated in dressing, but not swimming in it.

If the salad seems weighted down after you mix in the dressing, you’ve gone too far… The only way the fix it is to add more chopped lettuce.

Toss in the croutons, sprinkle with shaved parmesan cheese, and The Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad Recipe is ready to serve.

P.S. All the components can be made ahead, but be sure to only mix them when it’s time to eat. If The Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad Recipe is mixed ahead, you risk serving soggy croutons.

Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad Recipe

Caesar Salad Recipe Variations

  • Add Protein – Try this salad with chopped cooked bacon, grilled chicken, shrimp, lobster, or a medium-rare New York Strip steak!
  • Add Extra Vegetables – Consider topping the caesar with beefsteak tomato, chopped kale, sliced cucumbers, or even fried basil leaves.
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Caesar Salad Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
The Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad Recipe ever! Classic Caesar salad dressing recipe mixed with fresh romaine, Parmesan cheese, and homemade croutons.
Servings: 8

Ingredients

For the Homemade Croutons:

For the Caesar Dressing:

For the Best Steakhouse Caesar Salad:

  • 12 ounces romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
  • Homemade Caesar Dressing
  • Homemade Croutons
  • Shaved Parmesan Cheese for garnish

Instructions

For the Croutons:

  • Set a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add in the bread cubes. Toss well. Toast the bread cubes on all sides, tossing every minute for even browning. After 3 minutes, sprinkle the croutons with garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper. Continue turning and cooking another 3-4 minutes until golden. Remove from heat and cool.

For the Caesar Dressing:

  • Whisk the egg yolks, Dijon mustard, and 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice together in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in both oils, while whisking the mixture vigorously. This emulsifies the dressing for a thick silky texture.
  • Finely mince the anchovy fillets and garlic together. Whisk the anchovies, garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese into the dressing. Taste, then whisk in another 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice if desired. Salt and pepper to taste.

For the Salad:

  • Chop the lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl. Drizzle two-thirds of the dressing over the lettuce. Toss well to coat. Add more dressing if needed, but do not drench the lettuce. Then toss in the croutons. Garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 226kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 76mg, Sodium: 156mg, Potassium: 157mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 4060IU, Vitamin C: 1.9mg, Calcium: 88mg, Iron: 1.3mg
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Author: Sommer Collier
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