Mexican Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this zesty and flavorful Mexican Caesar Salad! A vibrant twist on the classic Caesar, this crowd-pleasing recipe features crisp romaine lettuce, creamy avocado, and tangy Cotija cheese. Pepitas are toasted for a warm, nutty crunch, while crispy tortilla strips add a satisfying layer of texture. The real star is the smoky, creamy dressing, blending lime juice, chipotle chili powder, Parmesan cheese, and cumin for a bold, citrusy kick. In just 25 minutes, you’ll have a refreshing and satisfying dish that’s perfect as a side or a light main course. Healthy, quick, and packed with south-of-the-border flair, this Mexican Caesar Salad is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 1 medium Avocado
- 1 cup Cotija cheese
- 0.5 cup Pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- 1 cup Corn tortilla strips (fried or baked)
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Chipotle chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the romaine lettuce hearts. Chop into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large salad bowl.
Slice the avocado into thin wedges or cubes and set aside.
Toast the pepitas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from the heat and let cool.
In a small bowl or blender, prepare the dressing by combining garlic cloves, lime juice, olive oil, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Drizzle the dressing over the chopped romaine lettuce and toss to coat evenly.
Top the salad with sliced avocado, cotija cheese, toasted pepitas, and tortilla strips.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Mexican Caesar Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3335 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 265.1 g | 340% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.6 g | 418% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 5523 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.4 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.1 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 114.3 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2639 mg | 203% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3802 mg | 81% | |
*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.
