Description
Indulge in a classic Caesar salad that’s bursting with flavor! This dish features crisp romaine lettuce, buttery croissant croutons, and a zesty homemade dressing, all topped with nutty Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a side or main dish, this salad is sure to impress at any gathering. Quick to prepare and utterly delicious, it transforms simple ingredients into a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 croissants, cubed
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/3 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss croissant cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread croissant cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Wash and dry romaine lettuce, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Caesar dressing and lemon juice.
- In a large salad bowl, combine romaine lettuce and baked croutons. Drizzle over the dressing and toss gently.
- Top with shredded Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg