Delia Smith Caesar Salad

Delia Smith Caesar Salad is made with Cos lettuce, Crispheart lettuce, rocket leaves, anchovy fillets, Parmesan cheese, white bread, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lime, mustard powder, and Worcestershire sauce. This delicious Caesar Salad recipe creates a tasty salad that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people.

Delia Smith Caesar Salad Ingredients

• 1 small Cos lettuce
• 1 packet prepared Crispheart lettuce (or the heart of a Webb’s Wonder lettuce)
• 1 large handful rocket leaves
• 1 x 2 oz (50 g) tin anchovy fillets, drained (keep the oil and two of the fillets for the dressing)
• 1½ oz (40 g) Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano), finely grated

For the Croutons:

• 2 oz (50 g) white bread, crusts removed, cut into 1/3 inch (8 mm) cubes
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 rounded tablespoon finely grated Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano)
• 1 clove garlic, crushed

For the Dressing:

• 1 large egg
• 1 clove garlic
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 heaped teaspoon mustard powder
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 5 fl oz (150 ml) extra virgin olive oil

How To Make Delia Smith Caesar Salad

1. Croutons: Preheat oven to gas mark 4, 350°F (180°C). Put the bread cubes in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 rounded tablespoon Parmesan, and crushed garlic. Mix everything, then spread the cubes on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
2. Dressing: In a food processor, blend egg, peeled garlic, lime juice, 2 anchovy fillets, mustard powder, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Slowly pour the olive oil and anchovy oil through the feeder funnel while the motor is running. Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
3. Salad Assembly: Put the salad leaves in a large bowl. Add the rest of the anchovies, then mix. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Sprinkle with 1½ oz Parmesan and toss again. Add the croutons on top and serve.

Recipe Tips

• Watch the Croutons: Bake the croutons on a high shelf and set a timer for 10 minutes. They can burn quickly, so check them often.
• Blend the Dressing Well: Make sure the dressing is smooth and thick. This helps it stick to the salad leaves better.
• Use Fresh Lettuce: Fresh Cos and Crispheart lettuces give the salad better flavor and crunch.
• Season the Dressing: Taste the dressing before adding it to the salad and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
• Cool Croutons Before Adding: Let the croutons cool before mixing them into the salad. This keeps them crispy.

What To Serve With Caesar Salad?

This crispy Caesar Salad pairs well with grilled chicken, garlic bread, roasted vegetables, or a baked potato. It also can be served alongside a light soup, fruit salad, quinoa, or a cheese platter for a tasty lunch.

How To Store Leftovers Caesar Salad?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Caesar Salad cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 2 days.
• Freeze: Freezing Caesar Salad is not recommended as it can cause the lettuce and croutons to become soggy.

Delia Smith Caesar Salad Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving

• Calories: 350
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 800mg
• Potassium: 300mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 15g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 4g
• Protein: 10g

Try More Delia Smith Recipes:

• Delia Smith Spanish Chicken
• Delia Smith Winter Coleslaw
• Delia Smith Omelette
• Delia Smith Paella