Cheat’s Caesar Salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 293kcal
This Cheat’s Caesar Salad is made with a 5-minute dressing that's creamy, garlicky and full of flavour. Fresher, tastier and more versatile than anything from a bottle, you'll want to put the dressing on everything. Add optional crispy bacon or Crispy Garlic Parmesan Croutons to take the salad to the next level.
Ingredients
Cheat's Caesar Salad Dressing
- 160 g whole-egg mayonnaise (see note 1)
- 2 tbsp finely grated parmesan
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- ½ tsp freshly minced garlic
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ tsp sea salt flakes
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Salad
- 2 baby cos (romaine) lettuces, roughly chopped or shredded
- Freshly shaved parmesan (optional)
- Crispy bacon strips (optional)
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Crispy Garlic Parmesan Croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Make the dressing – In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble the salad – Place the salad leaves in a bowl (along with the parmesan and bacon, if using), then pour over the dressing, season with pepper and toss to coat. Top with croutons, if desired and serve.
Notes
Note 1 – The end result of this dressing will only be as good as the mayonnaise you choose. Make sure to use a full-fat, whole-egg mayonnaise.
Note 2 – Old version Caesar Salad Dressing. Some of you loved the earlier version of this recipe, so here it is if you’d like to make it again. (Note: the older version is lighter, tangier and uses fewer ingredients. The updated recipe is creamier and closer to a traditional caesar, so you can pick whichever suits your taste.)
- 90 g (⅓ cup) whole-egg mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 heaped tbsp freshly grated parmesan
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt flakes
Make Ahead
The dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Once the salad is dressed, it is best eaten immediately.Leftovers
The dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before using. Not suitable for freezing.Nutrition Facts
Cheat’s Caesar Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
293
% Daily Value*
Fat
31
g
48
%
Saturated Fat
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
18
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
20
mg
7
%
Sodium
496
mg
22
%
Potassium
71
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
1278
IU
26
%
Vitamin C
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
42
mg
4
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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