Caesar Salad with Croutons Recipe

This low calorie, low cholesterol Caesar salad is made without eggs, but with great flavor. Crispy garlic toasted croutons top off the bold Caesar dressing.

Ingredients

    • 3 slices whole grain bread, cubed
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • Black pepper to taste
    • 6 anchovies, finely chopped
    • 2 Tbsp low fat Caesar dressing
    • 1 tsp olive oil
    • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
    • 1 large head romaine lettuce, cut into bite-sized pieces
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Directions

    1. Make croutons: Preheat oven to 300°. Line a baking sheet with foil. Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on baking sheet. Spray bread cubes with nonstick cooking spray. Turn bread cubes and spray a second time. Season with garlic powder and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Arrange cubes in a single layer and bake for 10 minutes, turning once halfway through baking. Be careful not to burn them.
    2. Make salad: In a large bowl, combine anchovies, Caesar dressing, olive oil and lemon juice, and mix well. Add lettuce and toss to coat evenly with dressing. Sprinkle with cheese and pepper, and toss to combine. Top with croutons.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

Amount Per Serving

Calories
166
% Daily Value*
  • Total Fat
    7g
    11%
  • Saturated Fat
    2g
    10%
  • Cholesterol
    10mg
    3%
  • Sodium
    342mg
    14%
  • Total Carbohydrate
    21g
    7%
  • Dietary Fiber
    6g
    24%
  • Sugars
  • Protein
    8g
    16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calories needs.