Caesar's Little Toasted Gem
- Difficulty: Easy
- Servings: 4
- Nutritional Info Per Serving (1 of 4): Calories 213, Total Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Carbohydrates 6 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 8 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 281 mg
- Total Time: 15 min
- Active Time: 15 min
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (e.g., Icelandic Skyr)
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste (tube preferred)
- 1 large fresh garlic clove, minced
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
- Two 4-ounce packs of Little Gem lettuce, washed and dried
- 2 tablespoons homemade toasted breadcrumbs
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, anchovy paste, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons of olive oil while whisking continuously, then stir in the Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add the lettuce to the bowl and toss thoroughly until all leaves are coated with the creamy dressing. Transfer to a serving dish.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the salad, then sprinkle with toasted breadcrumbs and additional Parmesan cheese.
- Top with freshly cracked black pepper and serve immediately.
Versatile Variations:
Transform this classic salad into a complete meal by adding sliced steak, grilled chicken, or succulent shrimp. Experiment with different greens like baby kale or romaine, or bundle the salad in a flavored wraptomato, spinach, or garlic-herb varieties create the perfect Caesar wrap sandwich for lunch. For added texture, toss in fresh tomatoes or crispy croutons. The tangy dressing also works beautifully as a dip for fresh crudits such as baby carrots and celery.
