Authentic Mexican Caesar Salad

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: Pecorino Romano

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

anchovies

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: canned sardines

Canned sardines provide a similar umami flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: mayonnaise

Mayonnaise can mimic creaminess without raw eggs.

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly.

Tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.

In a small bowl, mash the anchovies and garlic together to form a paste.

Add lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and egg yolks to the anchovy mixture and whisk until smooth.

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.

Pour the dressing over the romaine lettuce and toss to coat evenly.

Add croutons and grated Parmesan cheese, then toss gently to combine.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and black pepper if desired.

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