Safe Caesar Salad Recipe

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A classic salad, with fresh dressing made using eggs and lemon juice. Perfect for a quick meal on a warm summer day! Works well with protein add-ins, like grilled chicken.

Servings: 4

Active time: 15 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

2 Tbsp (1/2 lemon) freshly squeezed lemon juice
pinch coarse salt
6 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
3 drops Worcestershire sauce
1 to 2 tsp finely chopped garlic (1 to 2 medium cloves)
1 Safest Choice™ pasteurized egg(s)
1 anchovy fillet, mashed (or 2 inches of anchovy paste)
4 Tbsp (1/4 cup) freshly grated Parmesan cheese (Parmigiano Reggiano), divided
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
3/4 c croutons
coarsely ground black pepper

Preparation

Dressing

In a blender or food processor combine the first six ingredients until blended.
With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil.
When the dressing is well combined and creamy, pour it into a bowl and stir in 2 Tbsp. of the Parmesan cheese.

Serving

In a large salad bowl, pour dressing over the lettuce, add croutons and toss until coated.
Divide onto chilled salad plates and sprinkle each salad with the remaining 2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese and coarsely ground pepper.
Serve immediately.

Variations

Add sliced grilled chicken for a heartier Caesar salad.

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size (1.5 cups)
Total Servings 4

Amount Per Serving:

Nutrition Category	Amount
Calories	320
Calories from Fat	250
Total Fat	28g (43% DV)
Saturated Fat	5g (25% DV)
Trans Fat	0g
Cholesterol	60mg (20% DV)
Sodium	420mg (18% DV)
Total Carbohydrate	11g (4% DV)
Dietary Fiber	3g (12% DV)
Sugars	4g
Protein	9g
Vitamin A	270%
Vitamin C	15%
Calcium	20%
Iron	10%

Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Why use Safest Choice™ Eggs in this recipe?

Caesar salad just got safe! This authentic recipe using raw eggs is worry-free with Safest Choice™ eggs. They’re pasteurized. You won’t find that assurance in most grocery store eggs!