Cilantro Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Cilantro Caesar Salad, a fresh twist on the classic Caesar! Crisp romaine lettuce meets zesty cilantro-lime dressing, blending tangy lime juice, savory Parmesan, and a hint of anchovy for depth. Homemade buttery croutons add the perfect crunch, while the bright cilantro infusion gives this dish its unique, herbaceous flair. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy salad is ideal as a standout side or a light main dish. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe combines bold flavors and fresh ingredients for a Caesar salad like no other.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 pieces Anchovy fillets
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 slices French or sourdough bread
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lime juice, anchovy fillets, garlic cloves, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the cilantro dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Cut the bread slices into small cubes to make croutons.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once the butter has melted, toast the bread cubes in the skillet until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce and croutons.
Drizzle the cilantro dressing over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 722 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
