Description
Fiesta Mexican Caesar Salad with Cilantro-Lime Caesar Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of Mexico to your table. This colorful salad features crisp romaine lettuce, juicy grilled chicken, and crunchy tortilla strips, all coated in a zesty cilantro-lime dressing. Perfect for backyard gatherings or a delightful lunch, each bite transports you to sun-soaked beaches with its explosion of flavors. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this salad is not just a meal; it’s a celebration on a plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), grilled and sliced
- 1 cup tortilla strips
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill seasoned chicken breasts until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- In a blender, combine cilantro, lime juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, toss together chopped romaine lettuce, sliced grilled chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, and tortilla strips.
- Drizzle the cilantro-lime dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately topped with additional tortilla strips for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg