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Steak Caesar Salad with Homemade Caesar Dressing

This steak Caesar salad is the perfect balance of hearty, fresh, and indulgent. The juicy, seared steak pairs beautifully with crisp romaine, crunchy croutons, and a creamy, tangy homemade Caesar dressing that will have you saying goodbye to the bottled stuff forever.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Steak:

  • 1 lb ribeye steak
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves smashed
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

For the Salad:

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce chopped
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 cup croutons

For the Dressing:

  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 anchovy fillets
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Season the 1 lb ribeye steak with 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the smashed 2 garlic cloves for flavor. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if desired. Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
    1 tbsp olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 lb ribeye steak
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the 1 large egg yolk, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove garlic, 2 anchovy fillets , 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, and 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese until combined. Slowly drizzle in the ½ cup olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is thick and emulsified. Season with 2 tsp salt and 2 tsp black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
    1 large egg yolk, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove garlic, 2 anchovy fillets , 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, ½ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tsp black pepper, 2 tsp salt
  • In a large bowl, toss the 2 heads romaine lettuce with enough Caesar dressing to coat. Add 1 cup croutons and shaved ½ cup Parmesan cheese. Toss gently. Plate the salad and top with the sliced steak.
    2 heads romaine lettuce, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 cup croutons
  • Serve immediately with extra dressing and Parmesan on the side. Pair with crusty bread or enjoy it as is for a filling, delicious meal.
Keyword Caesar Dressing, Caesar Salad, Steak, Steak Caesar Salad, Steak Salad