Craving a healthy yet satisfying salad? Look no further than the Lemon Caesar Salad, a delightful dish that combines crisp romaine lettuce, tangy lemon dressing, and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. This salad is not only refreshing and flavorful but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals.
In this article, we'll take you through two irresistible variations of the Lemon Caesar Salad. The first recipe, "Lemon Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken," features tender grilled chicken breast as the protein component, adding a savory touch to the salad. The second recipe, "Lemon Caesar Salad with Salmon," incorporates succulent roasted salmon, providing a rich and flavorful twist. Both variations are easy to make and perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.
SPINACH SALAD WITH MEYER LEMON CAESAR DRESSING AND FLATBREAD CROUTONS
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories appetizer
Time 5h25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place lemon juice, garlic, mustard, mayonnaise, anchovies, red wine vinegar, salt, and a good amount of freshly ground black pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the oil and blend until emulsified. Add the grated cheese and blend for a few seconds to incorporate.
- Place spinach in a large bowl, add dressing, and toss to coat each leaf. Add Flatbread Croutons and toss again. Top with shaved Parmesan and serve immediately.
- Flatten flatbread dough, gently press into a large rectangle, brush liberally with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and throw on grill. Grill on both sides until golden brown. Cut into strips about 2 to 3 inches long and 1/4-inch wide.;
- Mix water and yeast in a large bowl and let stand 5 minutes to proof. Gradually pour in 2 cups of the flour and stir to incorporate. Mix for about 1 minute to form a sponge. Let stand, covered, for at least 1 hour.
- Put sponge in the bowl of a stand mixer. Using the dough hook, add the salt and oil, then add the flour, 1/2 cup at a time, to form a dough. Remove from bowl and knead. Place in a clean oiled bowl and let rise, slowly, about 2 1/2 hours. Divide dough into 4 balls, if desired, let rise again for 1/2 hour, and then roll out as desired.
LEMON CAESAR SALAD
Steps:
- 1. Combine garlic, anchovies, lemon zest and juice, vinegar and mustard. Whisking constantly, drizzle in olive oil until thickened. Season with pepper. Reserve.
- 2. Before serving, place the lettuce leaves in a large salad bowl. Toss with 1/3 cup of the dressing to coat. Break the egg into the salad. Sprinkle with cheese and croutons and toss well.
LEMON GARLIC CAESAR SALAD
Phyllis Schmalz of Kansas City, Kansas shares her popular Caesar toss. The light dressing has a flavorful balance of garlic, lemon and anchovy.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For dressing, place the first five ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, onion, croutons and Parmesan cheese. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
LOBSTER CAESAR SALAD WITH GARLIC-LEMON CROUTONS
Categories Salad Citrus Leafy Green Lobster Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For dressing:
- Puree all ingredients in blender. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill.)
- For salad:
- Cook lobsters in large pot of boiling salted water until just cooked through, about 12 minutes. Using tongs, transfer lobsters to large bowl; cool. Working over bowl, remove meat from tails and claws; reserve 1/4 cup lobster juices from bowl. Cut tail meat in half lengthwise. Whisk reserved juices into dressing; season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange half of 1 romaine heart on each of 4 plates. Toss celery root with enough dressing to coat; mound on lettuce. Top with lobster meat; drizzle with dressing. Garnish each salad with grated Parmesan cheese and 3 croutons.
LEMON CAESAR SALAD
The classic salad was named for it's creator Chef Caesar Cardini. This updated rendition is thickened with sour cream instead of a coddled egg. This is taken from the Pillsbury Sensational Salads Cookbook 1991.
Provided by Gillian Spence
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In medium bowl using wire whisk, blend all dressing ingredients except sour cream and oil.
- Gradually add oil, whisking constantly until smooth.
- Add sour cream, whisking until smooth.
- In large bowl, combine all salad ingredients; toss gently. Pour dressing over salad, toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.6, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 8.3, Sodium 289.3, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 4.6
LEMON CAESAR SALAD
Steps:
- Blend first 4 ingredients in processor. Slowly add oil. Season with salt and pepp
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad. Look for crisp romaine lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and a good quality Parmesan cheese.
- Make your own dressing. It's easy to do and it tastes so much better than store-bought dressing. Plus, you can control the ingredients and make it to your liking.
- Don't overdress the salad. A little dressing goes a long way. You can always add more if you need it, but you can't take it away.
- Serve the salad immediately. Caesar salad is best when it's fresh. If you have to make it ahead of time, store the dressing and croutons separately and assemble the salad just before serving.
Conclusion:
Lemon Caesar salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's made with crisp romaine lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and a tangy lemon Caesar dressing. The croutons add a nice crunch and the Parmesan cheese adds a salty, savory flavor. This salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
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