Lemon Caesar Salad

By tulawdog

Ingredients

• 2 * 2 cloves of garlic, very finely mashed into a paste with 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1 * 1 tablespoon anchovies, rinsed, patted dry and finely minced or 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste
• 2 * 2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 2 * 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 * 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
• 1 * 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 * 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• * Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 * 3 hearts romaine lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed and patted dry
• 3 * 3 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 * 2 cups croutons, homemade or store-bought

Preparation

Step 1

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. Sprinkle with cheese and croutons and toss well.