What is
CAESAR?
A classic salad featuring romaine lettuce, croutons, and a creamy dressing made from ingredients like garlic, anchovies, and Parmesan cheese. Often topped with grilled chicken or shrimp.
Origins & History
The Caesar salad is believed to have been created in the 1920s by Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant who owned a restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico. It quickly gained popularity and became a staple in many restaurants around the world.
Taste & Texture
The Caesar salad has a rich, creamy, and tangy flavor profile with a hint of umami from the anchovies and Parmesan cheese, complemented by the crunch of croutons and freshness of the romaine lettuce.
Ingredients
Romaine Lettuce
A type of lettuce with a crisp texture and slightly bitter taste, providing the base for the salad.
Croutons
Small cubes of toasted bread that add crunch and texture to the salad.
Caesar Dressing
A creamy dressing made from garlic, anchovies, egg yolks, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and olive oil.
Parmesan Cheese
A hard, aged cheese that adds a salty and nutty flavor to the salad.
Black Pepper
A spice used to season the salad, adding a slight heat.
This item may contain the following allergens:
Gluten
Lactose
Fish
Shellfish
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