This Caesar Salad with Black Garlic Dressing elevates the classic with crispy bacon, crunchy croutons, and a rich, tangy dressing infused with the sweet, umami depth of black garlic.
Caesar Salad with Black Garlic Dressing
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Servings
4
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
The Caesar Salad with Black Garlic Dressing offers a gourmet twist on a beloved classic. Crisp cos lettuce is tossed with savory bacon, crunchy homemade sourdough croutons, and tangy red onion, all coated in a luxurious black garlic dressing. The dressing combines creamy mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce, balanced with the earthy sweetness of mashed black garlic and fresh parsley. Shaved parmesan cheese adds a rich, salty finish, while the black garlic brings an unexpected umami depth that enhances the overall flavor, making this salad a standout dish perfect for any occasion.
Author:Black Garlic & Co.
Ingredients
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400g bacon, diced
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Five tbsp olive oil
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300g sourdough bread, diced
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120g whole egg mayonnaise
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20g Dijon mustard
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Six large cloves Black Garlic, mashed
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Two heaped tsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
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Four tbsp fresh lemon juice
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One tsp Worcestershire sauce
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Four tsp water
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Salt and pepper
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400g cos lettuce, chopped in large pieces
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40g red onion, finely sliced
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40g parmesan cheese, shaved
Directions
Fry bacon in 1 tbsp of olive oil until well cooked then set aside.
Make croutons by frying sourdough in 3-4 tbsp of olive oil until crunchy. Season croutons with salt, then set aside.
Make the dressing by mixing together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Black Garlic, parsley, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Put the lettuce, red onion and bacon in a large bowl and pour in the dressing.
Toss gently until all the leaves are coated.
Top with parmesan cheese, croutons and a sprinkle of pepper.
