A salad with Parmesan can be a delicious and satisfying dish. Here’s a simple recipe for a classic Caesar salad, which typically includes Parmesan cheese:
Ingredients:
- Romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Croutons (store-bought or homemade)
- Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade, see below)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein
Caesar Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 anchovy fillets, minced (or 1-2 teaspoons anchovy paste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- If you’re adding protein, such as grilled chicken or shrimp, add it to the salad.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the Caesar dressing until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the salad immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Feel free to customize the salad by adding other ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, or avocado. Enjoy your delicious Parmesan salad!
