Light Caesar Salad

Prep: 20 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

A light and flavorful Caesar salad featuring crisp romaine lettuce coated in a creamy, tangy dressing with Parmesan cheese and anchovy paste. Perfect for a healthy lunch or side dish, it combines classic Caesar flavors with a lighter twist that appeals to health-conscious diners.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup reduced fat mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 large head romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup croutons

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, sugar, Dijon-style mustard, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic.
  2. Gradually stir in lemon juice until well combined.
  3. Cover the dressing and chill for several hours or overnight.
  4. In a medium salad bowl, toss the lettuce with the chilled dressing.
  5. Sprinkle croutons over the top of the salad.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

459 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.8g 32% DV
Total Fat 22.7g 29% DV
Carbs 49.9g 18% DV
Fiber 3.4g 12% DV
Sugar 3.9g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 985.3mg 43% DV
Potassium 615mg 13% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 143mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 26.5mg 29% DV
Calcium 330.3mg 25% DV
Iron 4.5mg 25% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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