Mexican Caesar Salad
Ingredients
The salad
-
5
cups
chopped romaine lettuce
-
⅓
cup
crumbled cotija cheese
-
½
cup
diced and seeded tomatoes
-
1
cup
canned black beans
-
½
cup
tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
-
1
whole
avocado
-
¼
cup
roasted and salted pepitas
-
to taste
lime wedges
-
to taste
cilantro leaves
The dressing
-
1
whole
canned mild green chile
-
2
tablespoons
roasted and salted pepitas
-
½
teaspoon
minced garlic
-
3
tablespoons
cotija cheese
-
½
teaspoon
black pepper
-
½
teaspoon
salt
-
2
tablespoons
lime juice
-
1
teaspoon
honey
-
⅓
cup
olive oil
-
1
tablespoon
red wine vinegar
-
¾
cup
cilantro leaves
-
3
tablespoons
mayonnaise or sour cream
Instructions
- Blend all dressing ingredients until smooth, adding water if necessary.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, and beans.
- Add desired amount of dressing and toss to coat.
- Top with tortilla strips, cotija cheese, and avocado slices.
- Garnish with cilantro leaves and lime wedges if desired, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
4
Calories
633
Total fat
44g
Total carbohydrates
44g
Total protein
18g
Sodium
703mg
Cholesterol
26mg
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