Side Caesar Salad Recipe
romaine, tomatoes, cotija cheese, tortilla strips
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Romaine
Wash the romaine lettuce under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add the Tomatoes
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add the halved tomatoes to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.
- 3
Incorporate Cotija Cheese
Crumble the cotija cheese and sprinkle it over the salad mixture in the bowl.
- 4
Add Tortilla Strips
Sprinkle the tortilla strips over the top of the salad for added crunch.
Dressing Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic (mince the garlic clove finely).
- 6
Season the Dressing
Add salt and black pepper to the dressing according to your taste preferences. Mix well to combine.
Final Assembly
- 7
Combine Salad and Dressing
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately on individual plates or in a serving bowl. Enjoy your Side Caesar Salad!