Caesar Salad With Onion Bagel Croutons Recipe

This incredible Caesar Salad recipe, inspired by Bon Appetit, features outrageously crunchy and flavorful onion bagel croutons that are almost impossible to resist! The perfect balance of creamy Caesar dressing, crisp romaine, and addictive homemade croutons makes this salad a true culinary masterpiece. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this elevated take on a classic.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 420.6 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Caesar Salad With Onion Bagel Croutons

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How to Make Caesar Salad With Onion Bagel Croutons

  1. **Make the Croutons:** Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 2 cloves minced garlic.
  3. Slice 1 onion bagel into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  4. Add the bagel rounds to the butter mixture, tossing gently to coat evenly.
  5. Arrange the coated bagel slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. **Make the Caesar Dressing:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  9. **Assemble the Salad:** In a large bowl, combine 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce and 1/2 cup of the prepared croutons (reserve the rest for garnish).
  10. Pour the Caesar dressing over the lettuce and croutons.
  11. Toss gently to combine.
  12. Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining croutons and extra Parmesan cheese (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

43g

Carbs

8g

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