Carbone Caesar Salad Recipe
Carbone Caesar Salad is a modern take on the classic, featuring crisp romaine lettuce, homemade croutons, and a creamy dressing with a touch of Carbone's signature flair. It's a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect as a starter or side dish for any meal, offering a taste of Italian-American culinary excellence.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl:
- Salad serving bowl
- Knife and Cutting Board:
- Citrus juicer (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 heads romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the romaine lettuce heads thoroughly under cold running water. Shake off excess water and pat dry with paper towels. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese using a box grater or a micro plane grater. Set aside.
- If you're using store-bought croutons, measure out 1 cup and add them to the mixing bowl with the chopped lettuce.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing and the juice of half a lemon. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Pour the dressing over the lettuce and croutons in the mixing bowl. Toss gently to coat the salad evenly with the dressing.
- Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese to the salad and toss again to combine.
- Transfer the dressed salad to a salad serving bowl.
- If desired, garnish the salad with additional croutons and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or alongside your favorite main course.