CAESAR SALAD WITH HOMEMADE TAPENADE CROUTONS

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Caesar Salad with Homemade Tapenade Croutons image

Provided by Wolfgang Puck

Categories     Salad     Garlic     Leafy Green     Olive     Oscars     Lunch     Parmesan     Fall     Winter     Lettuce     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Croutons:
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
One 1-pound loaf of day-old bread, preferably sourdough, sliced and cut into large cubes (about 2 cups)
1 recipe Black and Green Olive Tapenade
Salad:
2 heads of baby romaine lettuce, or 1 large head of romaine
1 recipe Caesar Vinaigrette
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 2. Make the croutons: In a medium bowl, combine the oil, cheese, garlic, oregano, and thyme. Add the bread and toss, coating all the croutons.
  • 3. Arrange the croutons in a single layer on a baking tray and bake until golden, turning to brown all sides. Cool and store in a cool, dry place.
  • 4. Make the salad: Trim the lettuce and toss with some of the Caesar Vinaigrette . Arrange on salad plates and sprinkle with a little Parmesan cheese, if desired.
  • 5. Spread one side of your croutons with a thin layer of the Black and Green Olive Tapenade . Arrange atop the salads and serve immediately.

Susan Wannies
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This salad is a must-try for any Caesar salad fan. The dressing is creamy and flavorful, and the croutons are perfectly crispy.


Ayesha Dilrukshi
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I love this salad because it's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I also love that I can use any kind of bread for the croutons.


JPapp
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This salad is a great way to sneak some healthy greens into your diet. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the croutons add a nice crunch.


Tiffany Melone
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit. I love that I can customize it to my liking. Sometimes I add grilled chicken or shrimp, and other times I add a hard-boiled egg.


Victoria Odoi
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I'm not a huge fan of Caesar salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the croutons are crispy and addictive.


ab sami
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This is my favorite Caesar salad recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Zakki Zakk
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.


Dithu Dithu
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The salty cheese, creamy dressing, and crunchy croutons are a perfect match.


Tanja Wolfaardt
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish. It's also a great side dish for a summer barbecue.


Dabie Ishmael
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it never disappoints. The dressing is creamy and flavorful, and the croutons are perfectly crispy.


Roman SayedAhmed
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use fresh or store-bought croutons.


Christ Chahine
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the tapenade dressing. I'll definitely be making this salad again.


Ravichanthiran Ravi
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This was my first time making Caesar salad and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the salad was delicious. I especially liked the homemade croutons.


Isa Martinez
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The homemade croutons are definitely worth the extra effort. They're so much better than store-bought croutons.


Nancy Solanus
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This Caesar salad recipe with homemade tapenade croutons was a hit! The dressing was creamy and flavorful, and the croutons added a nice crunchy texture. I also loved the addition of the tapenade, which gave the salad a unique and delicious flavor.