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Mexican Caesar Salad

Discover a vibrant twist on Mexican Caesar Salad Mexican flavors like avocado, tortilla strips, and cotija cheese. Healthy and delicious!
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This Mexican Caesar Salad is a bold and zesty twist on the classic! Featuring crisp romaine, a creamy cilantro-lime dressing, crunchy tortilla strips, and cotija cheese, this salad is packed with flavor and perfect as a side or main dish! 🥗🌿🌶️

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 5–6 cups chopped kale (stems removed)
  • 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
  • 1 avocado, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup fried or baked tortilla strips
  • ½ cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • ⅓ cup crumbled cotija cheese

For the Greek Yogurt Caesar Dressing:

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 2–3 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)

Instructions

  • Make the Dressing:

    • In a small bowl or blender, whisk together Greek yogurt, Parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth.
    • Add water as needed to thin the dressing to your desired consistency.

  • Prepare the Salad:

    • In a large bowl, massage kale for about 1 minute to soften.
    • Add chopped Romaine, avocado slices, tortilla strips, toasted pepitas, and cotija cheese.

  • Dress & Serve:

    • Drizzle the salad with Greek yogurt Caesar dressing and toss gently to combine.
    • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For added protein, top with grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak.
  • For a spicier dressing, add diced jalapeño or more chili powder.
  • For a dairy-free version, use a dairy-free yogurt alternative.

Find it online: https://kenzierecipes.com/mexican-caesar-salad-recipe/