Everyone loves a good Caesar salad but let's be real, it is not always the healthiest option! Growing up, Caesar salad was the only way that I ate salad (yes, I was picky). However, as I have grown older and developed my culinary skills, I have made a version that is healthy and delicious! All of my friends and family absolutely RAVE about this salad! If you try it, leave a comment and let me know what you think!
Pictured is my favorite brand of herbs! Victoria's Gourmet is a good quality of herbs to add to any dish, not just salad! It can be found at Home Goods, Marshalls, TJ Maxx and Online on their website. Victoria's Gourmet
Elyssa's Caesar Salad:
Ingredients
- 1 to 3 heads of Romaine (depends on how many people)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 to 7 cloves of garlic (less if you do not love garlic)
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of Mediterranean herbs or Italian herbs
- 1/2 cup of shredded Asiago Cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- Croutons of your choice (optional)
Directions:
Cut your romaine lettuce and then wash it in a strainer. Once washed, dry really well with either paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Set aside.
In a large bowl, pour your olive oil, and herbs.
Wash, peel and grate your garlic into the oil and herb mixture.
Once garlic is grated, mix thoroughly with a whisk. Set aside.
In a larger bowl, put in your romaine lettuce, and add dressing mixture. Mix thoroughly using two forks or tongs. Add in your salt and pepper and toss again.
Once mixed, grate cheeses over the salad using a microplane. (Microplane grates the best in my opinion).
Add in your croutons and toss everything together. To make your salad look a little more presentable, grate some extra cheese on top and scatter some croutons and viola!
Enjoy!
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