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Easy Caesar Salad with Sourdough Croutons

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A delicious and easy-to-make Caesar salad featuring homemade sourdough croutons.

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 2 teaspoons garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, smooth
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons juice of lemon
  • ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise (we love duke’s!)
  • ⅓ cup fresh-grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese (plus more for shaving over salad)
  • 24 ounces romaine hearts

Croutons

  • 4 cups sourdough bread (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions 

  • Combine garlic paste, anchovy paste, dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, mayonnaise, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, and salt/pepper in a bowl. Whisk until combined and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Mix sourdough pieces with melted butter, garlic powder, and salt/pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Air fry at 400°F for 4 minutes or bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp. Set aside.
  • Rinse and dry romaine, trim, and cut into strips. Place in a salad bowl.
  • Pour dressing over romaine, toss to coat, and top with croutons.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, let the dressing sit longer in the refrigerator.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12.00
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Caesar