Easy Caesar Salad Recipe (with UK Ingredient Substitutes)
Caesar Salad is a timeless classic — crisp, refreshing, and full of flavour. But sometimes, finding the exact ingredients can be a challenge. This recipe includes handy alternatives so you can enjoy this iconic salad with whatever you have in your UK kitchen pantry.
🥗 Ingredients & Best Substitutes
For the Salad Base
- Romaine Lettuce: 1 large head, chopped. Alternatives: Cos lettuce, Little Gem, baby spinach, or massaged kale.
- Croutons: 1/2 cup. Alternatives: Toasted sourdough cubes, pitta chips, or crusty bread toasted with Bodrum Olive Oil.
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/4 cup grated. Alternatives: Grana Padano, Pecorino Romano, or crumbled Melis Feta for a twist.
For the Creamy Dressing
- Garlic: 1 clove, minced. Alternatives: A pinch of garlic powder or roasted garlic for a milder taste.
- Dijon Mustard: 1 tsp.
- Worcestershire Sauce: 1 tsp. Alternatives: Soy sauce with a splash of vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
- Lemon Juice: 2 tbsp. Alternatives: White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup. Alternatives: Greek yoghurt or crème fraîche for a lighter version.
- Olive Oil: 1/4 cup Bodrum Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together garlic, mustard, Worcestershire sauce (or substitute), lemon juice, and mayonnaise. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the salad: Add your chosen greens to a large bowl. Toss in the croutons and grated cheese.
- Dress and toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until every leaf is evenly coated.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a fresh side, or add grilled chicken or a soft-boiled egg to make it a main meal.
This flexible Caesar Salad recipe is perfect for adapting to your current stock while keeping that signature creamy, zesty flavour alive.
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