El Torito’s Mexican Caesar Salad with Cilantro Pepita Dressing

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Beginner
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Refreshing salad with a creamy, nutty cilantro and pepita dressing
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El Torito’s Mexican Caesar Salad with Cilantro Pepita Dressing

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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4 Calories: 350

Description

This Mexican-style Caesar salad features a unique dressing made with mayonnaise, lime juice, roasted pepitas, and fresh cilantro. The dressing is blended until smooth and served over crisp lettuce and other salad greens. A delicious twist on the classic Caesar salad.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine mayonnaise, water, pepitas, cilantro, garlic, black pepper, salt, salad oil, red wine vinegar, and Cotija cheese in a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Serve over your choice of salad greens.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g54%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 300mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 5g2%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 1g
Protein 3g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: caesar salad, cilantro, pepitas, dressing, mexican, mayonnaise, lime juice, salad
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