Cilantro Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Cilantro Caesar Salad, a fresh twist on the classic Caesar! Crisp romaine lettuce meets zesty cilantro-lime dressing, blending tangy lime juice, savory Parmesan, and a hint of anchovy for depth. Homemade buttery croutons add the perfect crunch, while the bright cilantro infusion gives this dish its unique, herbaceous flair. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy salad is ideal as a standout side or a light main dish. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe combines bold flavors and fresh ingredients for a Caesar salad like no other.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 heads Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 pieces Anchovy fillets
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 slices French or sourdough bread
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lime juice, anchovy fillets, garlic cloves, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the cilantro dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 3

Cut the bread slices into small cubes to make croutons.

Step 4

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once the butter has melted, toast the bread cubes in the skillet until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce and croutons.

Step 6

Drizzle the cilantro dressing over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1790.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1768.6

Total Fat 146.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 92.9mg	0%
Sodium 4842.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 53.6g	0%

Vitamin D 162.2IU	0%
Calcium 1142.5mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 3218.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.6%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 16.8%