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Pasta Caesar Salad

Pasta Caesar Salad - A Light, Zesty Summer Delight

This Pasta Caesar Salad combines zesty flavors and the chewiness of pasta, making it a perfect summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz Bowtie Pasta Alternatively, use penne for a different shape.
  • 4 cups Chopped Hearts of Romaine Romaine is preferred for crispness.
  • 1 cup Caesar Dressing Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1/2 cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese Grated Parmesan can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Croutons Choose your favorite type.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking garlic, lemon juice, anchovies, Parmesan, olive oil, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine romaine, cooled pasta, and Caesar dressing. Toss to coat.
  4. Add shaved Parmesan and mix again.
  5. Fold in croutons and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve immediately in a large platter or individual bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store ingredients separately until serving to keep greens crispy. Prepare components in advance for convenience.

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