Description
Crispy potato caesar salad brings together classic comfort with gourmet flair, elevating a traditional dish into a mouthwatering experience. Crunchy potato croutons and zesty dressing create an irresistible combination that will delight your taste buds with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crispy Potato Caesar Salad
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ pounds (680 grams) baby potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
- ¼ cup shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Dressing and Optional Toppings:
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Optional: soft-boiled or poached egg
- Optional: ½ teaspoon anchovy paste or ½ anchovy fillets (for traditional flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a high temperature of 425F (220C), ensuring a crisp exterior for the potatoes. Carefully coat the potato pieces with olive oil, sprinkling garlic powder, salt, and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Distribute the seasoned potatoes evenly across a baking sheet, creating space between each piece to promote even roasting. Rotate the potatoes midway through cooking to achieve a uniform golden-brown crispness, approximately 25-30 minutes.
- While potatoes roast, craft the creamy Caesar dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, and optional anchovy paste. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and thin with water if the consistency seems too thick.
- Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, ensuring crisp and fresh leaves. Generously coat the lettuce with the prepared Caesar dressing, mixing thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Embellish the dressed salad with shaved Parmesan cheese and optional cherry tomatoes for added texture and visual appeal.
- Carefully transfer the warm, crispy roasted potatoes atop the dressed salad. For an indulgent touch, crown the dish with a soft-boiled or poached egg, creating a luxurious presentation.
- Serve the salad immediately to maintain the potatoes’ crispness and the lettuce’s freshness, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.
Notes
- Crisp potato cubes guarantee maximum crunchiness, so spread them evenly on the baking sheet without overcrowding to ensure golden edges.
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best roasted texture and guaranteed crispiness.
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or vegan mayo to make the recipe lighter or dairy-free, maintaining the creamy Caesar dressing consistency.
- Customize the protein by adding grilled chicken, tofu, or plant-based alternatives to transform this side dish into a complete meal with balanced nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg