Get ready to transform your ordinary salad routine into an extraordinary culinary experience! Our Chopped Vegetable Caesar Salad is not just a meal – it's a vibrant, fresh symphony of flavors that will revolutionize your lunch or dinner. Imagine crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber, all harmoniously dressed in classic Caesar sauce and topped with golden Parmesan – this isn't just a salad, it's a gourmet adventure waiting to happen!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup croutons
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Wash all fresh vegetables thoroughly under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl. Use a sharp knife and aim for uniform, roughly 1-inch sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes by cutting them vertically, ensuring each half is roughly the same size for even distribution.
- Dice the cucumber into small, uniform cubes approximately 1/4 inch in size. Remove seeds if desired for a cleaner texture.
- Finely chop the red onion into thin, small pieces to distribute flavor evenly throughout the salad.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and chopped red onion to the bowl with romaine lettuce.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to ensure even coating and distribution of flavors.
- Sprinkle croutons over the salad, gently mixing to prevent crushing them.
- Using a microplane or cheese grater, shave Parmesan cheese over the top of the salad as a final garnish.
- Serve immediately to maintain crouton crispness and vegetable freshness.
Tips
- • Use the freshest vegetables possible for maximum crunch and flavor • Chop ingredients uniformly to ensure even distribution of taste and texture • Chill your serving bowl beforehand to keep the salad extra crisp • Add croutons just before serving to maintain their satisfying crunch • For an extra flavor boost, consider toasting your croutons lightly before adding • Use a microplane for the most delicate Parmesan cheese shavings • Dress the salad right before serving to prevent wilting • Experiment with adding grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein-packed version
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 5mg
