Cucumber Caesar Salad (Print version)
Crisp cucumbers meet classic Caesar flavors with homemade croutons and creamy dressing in this refreshing salad.
# What you'll need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large English cucumbers, sliced into half-moons
02 - 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
→ Croutons
04 - 2 cups bread cubes (day-old baguette or sourdough)
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Dressing
08 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
09 - 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
11 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
13 - 1 clove garlic, minced
14 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
15 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
→ Garnish
16 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
17 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
# How to make it:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss bread cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 5–7 minutes until golden and crisp. Set aside to cool.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt until smooth and well combined.
03 - In a large salad bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, chopped romaine lettuce, and red onion if using.
04 - Drizzle dressing over vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly. Add cooled croutons and toss again lightly.
05 - Top with shaved Parmesan and extra black pepper before serving. Serve immediately for best texture.
# Expert suggestions:
01 -
- The cucumber adds this incredible cool crispness that regular Caesar just does not have
- You can make the entire thing start to finish in under twenty minutes flat
02 -
- The croutons can be made up to two days ahead and stored in an airtight container
- This salad tastes best served immediately while everything stays crisp and fresh
03 -
- English cucumbers are worth seeking out for their tender skin and sweet flavor
- Pat your cucumbers dry after slicing if they seem especially watery