How To Make A Classic Caesar Salad

anchovies

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Capers provide a briny flavor without fish.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: Pecorino Romano

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and lower in fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar taste with a higher smoke point.

egg yolk

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: mayonnaise

Silken tofu is a vegan alternative that adds creaminess.

Prepare the croutons and set them aside for later.

Dice the anchovies and garlic.

In a bowl, combine the diced anchovies and garlic with lemon juice.

Add 2 egg yolks to the mixture.

Incorporate lots of Parmesan cheese to thicken the dressing.

Add Worcestershire sauce followed by Tabasco to the bowl.

Mix the ingredients together thoroughly.

Slowly drizzle in vegetable oil while mixing gently until the dressing reaches a thick mayonnaise consistency, which takes about 2-3 minutes.

Transfer some dressing to a separate bowl for serving.

Add baby gem leaves to the bowl with the dressing, using your hands to mix them together for even coating.

Add croutons to the salad and mix again for an even coating.

Plate the salad and garnish with additional croutons.

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