Low-Fat Caesar Salad

A lighter version of the classic Caesar salad featuring griddled sourdough croutons, fresh Cos lettuce, and homemade anchovy dressing.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 227.6 kcals 910.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 10.5 grams 42.1 grams
Fat 17.1 grams 68.5 grams
Protein 9.6 grams 38.2 grams
Cook Time
5 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
5
g
Parmesan Cheese
finely grated for topping
1
piece
Egg Yolk
free-range
25
g
Parmesan Cheese
finely grated for dressing
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon
juice and zest
GrainsCereals
2
slice
Sourdough Bread
depending on size
NutsSeeds
1
piece
Garlic
peeled
0.5
piece
Garlic
grated
1
unit
Black Pepper
to taste
OilsFats
5
ml
Olive Oil
for drizzling
15
ml
Anchovy Oil
reserved from the tin
30
ml
Olive Oil
for dressing
Seafood
4
piece
Anchovies
in olive oil, drained
Vegetables
2
head
Cos Lettuce
leaves separated and torn

Steps

  • Heat a griddle pan over high heat until it starts smoking.
  • Drizzle sourdough bread with oil and rub with a garlic clove.
  • Griddle the bread for 40 seconds per side until toasted and charred.
  • Cool the bread slightly and tear it into bite-sized croutons.
  • Blend egg yolk, anchovies, reserved oil, garlic, lemon, mustard, parmesan, and pepper into a paste.
  • Gradually trickle in the remaining olive oil while blending until incorporated.
  • Add 30ml of warm water if the dressing requires thinning.
  • Combine lettuce with dressing in a bowl and toss to coat.
  • Top with croutons and extra parmesan cheese before serving.