Caesar salad with homemade dressing
Discover a fresh and flavorful Caesar Salad with homemade dressing! This recipe features crisp lettuce tossed with a tangy dressing made from chicken broth, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, mustard, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Perfect for a quick, delicious meal, this Caesar Salad brings a classic taste with a homemade touch. Enjoy every bite of this easy-to-make, gourmet salad that’s bursting with savory goodness.
- 27 Mar 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing is a classic dish that combines fresh lettuce, savory Parmesan cheese, and a unique, tangy dressing. This version includes a blend of delicate spices and flavors to create a delicious and wholesome meal. Follow this recipe to make a healthy and flavorful Caesar Salad from scratch.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of chicken broth, 2 tbsp of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 dash of black pepper, 2 tsp of mustard, 2 tsp of olive oil, 2 tsp of Worcestershire sauce, and 1/8 tsp of garlic powder.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well blended and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
- Wash and dry 1 cup of lettuce (approximately 45g). Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the lettuce. Toss gently to ensure the lettuce is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Sprinkle 1 tbsp of grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the salad for an added layer of flavor.
- Transfer the dressed Caesar salad to individual serving plates or bowls.
- Optionally, you can garnish with extra black pepper or additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Your Caesar salad with homemade dressing is now ready to enjoy. Serve immediately while the lettuce is crisp and fresh.
Tips:
- For an extra crunch, add some homemade croutons by toasting bread cubes with a little olive oil and seasoning.
- If you prefer, you can substitute fresh garlic for garlic powder by using one clove of minced garlic.
- To make the dressing creamier, consider adding a tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt.
- For a vegetarian version, simply omit the Worcestershire sauce or use a vegetarian alternative.
With this recipe, you can now enjoy a fresh and wholesome Caesar Salad with a homemade dressing that outshines any store-bought version. The combination of flavors from the Parmesan, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce perfectly complements the crunchy lettuce, making for a delightful and nutritious meal.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 80 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 27kcal | 1% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.21g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 1.80g | 1% |
| Fiber 0.27g | 1% |
| Sugar 0.55g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 3.40g | 4% |
| Saturated 0.91g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 3.26mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 50ug | 6% |
| Choline 4.69mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.02mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 0.04mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 0.49mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.02mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B9 7ug | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 0.09ug | 4% |
| Vitamin C 1.70mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E 0.06mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 16ug | 13% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 45mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.03mg | 4% |
| Iron, Fe 0.47mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 5mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus, P 44mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 110mg | 3% |
| Selenium, Se 2.27ug | 4% |
| Sodium, Na 270mg | 18% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.26mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 77g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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