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Mexican Caesar Salad

Mexican Caesar Salad

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Fast, easy and fake! The unique dressing is best when made a day in advance – simply shake it up in an empty jar and toss with romaine, spring mix or your favourite salad green.

INGREDIENTS

  • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil or similar light salad oil
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 clove garlic, microplaned
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese, finely crumbled
  • Pinch chili powder or chipotle chili powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 12 cup salad greens
  • Cotija cheese, for garnish
  • Roasted pepitas, for garnish
  • Roasted red peppers, for garnish
  • Crumbled tortillas chips, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place all ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid and shake.
  2. To make the Mexican Caesar Salad, top salad greens with dressing, roasted pepitas, roasted red peppers, Cotija cheese and a crumble of tortilla chips, if desired.
  3. Cover and refrigerate leftover dressing.