Saed News: Caesar Salad is one of the very famous and popular Italian salads with a unique and excellent flavor. This salad can be enjoyed as a light, great, and low-calorie meal.
According to the Saed News Cooking Service, Caesar Salad is one of the most popular international salads. It originates from Italy and, like other Italian dishes such as pasta and pizza, is beloved worldwide. Caesar Salad can be prepared in various ways, just like pasta. In this part of the Namnak Kitchen, we teach you how to make Caesar Salad.
Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
Lettuce | 1 head |
Chicken breast | 4 pieces |
Toasted bread | 2 slices |
Olive oil & garlic | As needed |
Salt & black pepper | To taste |
Cherry tomatoes | To taste |
Note: If you're using chicken fillet for this salad, make sure the quantity matches the number of servings.
Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
Grated Parmesan cheese | 6 tablespoons |
Balsamic vinegar | 3 tablespoons (or to taste) |
Garlic | 2 cloves |
Mayonnaise | 3 tablespoons |
Mustard sauce | 1 tablespoon |
Lemon juice | From 1 lemon |
Salt & black pepper | To taste |
Olive oil | 3 teaspoons |
Step 1:
Finely grate the garlic and place it in the bowl you’ll be using to make the dressing.
Step 2:
Add the mayonnaise to the garlic and mix well until the mayonnaise is thinned.
Step 3:
Add the mustard sauce to the mayonnaise and stir.
Step 4:
Add the spices and lemon juice to the dressing. Note: You can adjust the amount of lemon juice based on your taste.
Step 5:
Add the balsamic vinegar. Again, the amount is up to your preference, as some people like more and some less.
Step 6:
Add half of the grated Parmesan cheese to the dressing. The amount of cheese can also be adjusted to your liking.
Step 1:
Marinate the chicken fillets in olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 grated garlic clove. Massage the chicken to absorb the flavors and let it rest.
Step 2:
In a small bowl, mix 1 clove of garlic with olive oil. Cut the toast into medium-sized squares and brush with the garlic oil.
Step 3:
Line a baking tray with parchment paper, place the bread cubes on it, and bake for 5 to 10 minutes until they are crispy. You can also use a microwave, toaster, or frying pan for this step.
Step 4:
Fry the marinated chicken fillets over high heat. High heat is important to prevent the chicken from becoming tough due to water loss. Once cooked, slice them into strips or cubes.
Step 6:
It’s best to use iceberg lettuce. If using regular lettuce, use the core parts to avoid dark leaves. Chop the lettuce into medium pieces, wash, and drain thoroughly.
Step 7:
Place the lettuce in the serving bowl and add the croutons.
Step 8:
Top the salad with the cooked chicken and cherry tomatoes. You can mix half the chicken with the lettuce and use the rest for garnish.
Note: In Caesar salad dressing, lemon juice can be used instead of vinegar.
Step 9:
Pour the dressing over the salad, then add the remaining Parmesan cheese on top and serve. The amounts of Parmesan and balsamic vinegar can be adjusted to taste.
You can use Thousand Island dressing instead of Caesar dressing if you prefer.
Garlic powder can be used instead of fresh garlic.
Do not use cucumbers or carrots—they alter the color combination of the salad.
Do not pour dressing over croutons, as it will make them soggy.
Iceberg or Romaine lettuce is the best choice and should be chopped coarsely.
Mix the salad gently by hand, then sprinkle grated Parmesan on top.
Some people prefer to drizzle balsamic vinegar directly onto the salad—this is optional.
You can fry the fillets like breaded chicken or grill them, depending on your preference.
Feel free to add ingredients to suit your taste.
Preparation time: Approximately 30 minutes
Serving suggestions: Caesar salad can be served as a snack, dinner, or appetizer.
Servings: The ingredient quantities are suitable for 4 people.
