Cherry Tomato Caesar Salad

By Melissa Clark

Cherry Tomato Caesar Salad
Jim Wilson/The New York Times
Total Time
20 minutes
Rating
5(1,258)
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Whether the tomatoes deserve it or not, I make some version of a tomato Caesar salad every summer. Here, I inverted the usual proportions of lettuce to tomatoes, favoring the tomatoes. It was the juiciest of Caesars, and pretty, too, dotted with anchovies and curls of Parmesan.

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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 2garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¾teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4crisp leaves romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
  • ½pound cherry tomatoes, preferably a mix of colors, halved
  • 4anchovies packed in oil, coarsely chopped
  • 1and ½ ounces Parmesan, more to taste
  • Black pepper
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

154 calories; 13 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 4 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 6 grams protein; 290 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, salt, lemon juice and Worcestershire. Whisk in olive oil.

  2. Step 2

    Spread lettuce on a platter and drizzle with dressing. Scatter tomatoes and anchovies over lettuce and drizzle with more dressing. Using a vegetable peeler or coarse grater, grate or shave cheese over the salad. Drizzle dressing over the plate and finish with pepper.

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Comments

Jonathan

I added a fresh Avocado because I felt like this needed something extra to combat the saltiness of the Worcestershire Sauce and Fish and it was met with rave reviews!

Litegal

I almost didn't make this because it seemed, well, so *ordinary* ... but it was lunchtime and I was hungry, so I figured I'd halve recipe and whip it up. I was out of anchovies and substituted Pecorino Romano for the Parmesan (I prefer) ... delicious! So light and refreshing! Perfect for a hot summer day. The layering of the dressing really makes the entire salad sing. Thank you so much for recipe! Can't wait to share it with hubby tonight.

Tara

Some people need to eat a lot of salt in order to be healthy. Others need to restrict their salt intake. Don't assume that what you think or assume is healthy for you is also healthy for others.

Ragbert

I often add halved cherry tomatoes to Caesar salad - so so good! They add a wonderful pop of color against the green lettuce and ivory/beige cheese and croutons. The juice from the tomatoes combined with the olive oil, garlic, anchovies, and cheese really elevates the taste beyond the usual side dish. No other seasoning needed. Sometimes I sprinkle a few raw pepitas (shelled pumpklin seeds) on top for texture and crunch too. If I add some cooked chicken as well, it's a one bowl meal!

Vanessa

Since I am vegan, I used yeast flakes instead of cheese. I also didn't use anchovies, but I think it could have been replaced with sautéed mushrooms :) use nstead of cheese

kparks

Add basil and lemon zest

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