Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMatador BoiseRomaine Salad Recipe

Romaine Salad Recipe

Inspired by Matador Boise
Time20m
Serves4

Cilantro-pepita dressing, toasted pepitas, pico de gallo, cotija, lime

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the romaine

    Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large salad bowl.

  2. 2

    Add pico de gallo

    Spoon the pico de gallo over the chopped romaine lettuce.

  3. 3

    Add cotija and pepitas

    Sprinkle the cotija cheese and toasted pepitas over the salad.

  4. 4

    Make the dressing

    In a blender, combine cilantro, olive oil, lime juice (from the whole lime), salt, and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth.

  5. 5

    Dress the salad

    Drizzle the cilantro-pepita dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately, garnished with extra lime wedges if desired.

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