Caesar Salad
By á-170456
Ingredients
- ATKINS CROUTONS:
- 2 slices Atkins bread
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- SALAD:
- 2 garlic cloves pressed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 canned or jarred anchovy fillets rinsed, patted dry
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese plus
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (preferably freshly grated)
- 1 medium romaine lettuce head cut bite sized or left whole
Details
Servings 4
Preparation
Step 1
For croutons: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Cut bread into 1/2-inch squares. Toss with oil and salt. Spread on a baking sheet; bake 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown. (Croutons may be made up to one day ahead.)
For salad: In a food processor, process garlic, mayonnaise, anchovy fillets, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Add olive oil and 2 tablespoons cheese; blend to combine.
Toss lettuce with dressing until evenly coated. Divide on plates; top with croutons and remaining Parmesan cheese.
This recipe yields 4 servings.
Carbohydrates: 11 grams
Net Carbs: 4.5 grams
Fiber: 6.5 grams
Protein: 12 grams
Fat: 24 grams
Calories: 288
Variation: To turn this salad into a hearty main course, add any of the following per serving:
1 grilled or sautéed chicken breast half, cut into strips
6 ounces grilled shrimp
2 hard-cooked eggs, quartered
6 ounces grilled or pan-fried steak, thinly sliced
1 can tuna in water or oil - (6 oz), drained
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