3 cesar salads that you can't miss

Oct 18, 2021 · 6 min read

We had recently talked about what the original caesar salad was and what its ingredients were. So pampering, we talk about some variants that can be presented.

For this reason I bring you 3 personalized cesar salads that you cannot stop trying. If you are a lover of lettuce with dressing and crusty bread, this information is for you.

Fresh and rich salad for a snack.

This time I will present you the recipe for other versions of this salad that include pasta, a light sauce and salmon.

Light Caesar salad

It is said to be a lighter salad because it is low in calories. For this reason, traditional bread and mayonnaise are removed from the formula.

From everything else, the ingredients are preserved to maintain the flavor. Even certain variants are accepted if it is your taste.

You will need to:

Lettuce of your choice.
1 clove garlic,
½ chicken breast,
Salt and black pepper,
200 grams of Greek yogurt,
1 tablespoon of mustard.

Preparation of the cesar light salad

Take the chicken breast and pile it into strips. Then cook it in a pan with olive oil sparingly. It should not be very dry, but it should stop being raw.

You can optionally do it on a plate or breaststroke. Everything according to the implements you have.

Now, we will prepare the dressing, it has the crushed garlic, salt, yogurt, pepper and mustard. We mix everything and the sauce is ready.

Next, chop the lettuce into chunks, add the chicken, and apply a good dollop of sauce.

At the end you can place between two loaves to eat a delicious sandwich. If you prepare in quantity it can be the main and only dish during dinner.

This preparation does not take more than 20 minutes once you have all the ingredients on hand.

Innovate in its ingredients.

Caesar salad with pasta

This type of salad can be served as a main dish due to its caloric content. You can accompany it with a piece of meat or chicken.

It is recommended for those with significant physical wear and tear or if you take it as lunch to give the contributions it requires to your body.

Even for those people who do not like to eat only lettuce here they have a great option to prepare.

Ingredients

10 cherry tomatoes,
2 tablespoons chives,
30 grams of Parmesan cheese,
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper,
1 cups of toasted bread,
1 anchovy,
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce,
300 grams of pasta,
3 lettuce leaves,
100 grams of mayonnaise,
80 grams of yogurt,
1 clove garlic,
1 tablespoon of lemon juice.

How to prepare caesar salad with pasta?

Prepare al dente pasta with a good amount of salt. To do this, you can help yourself from the indications that come in the bag.

When done, drain and remove the heat by applying a cold water bath.

In a bowl, mix the Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic clove, yogurt, anchovy and lemon. Now, mix with half of the previously drained pasta and cover for a few minutes.

Meanwhile, chop the lettuce into small pieces and the tomatoes in half. Then add them to the pasta with sauce that you have macerating.

It also includes the bread, Parmesan cheese, a little pepper and salt, and the rest of the sauce from the dressing. Mix everything and check the seasoning.

And ready. A rich caesar salad with pasta that you will not be able to stop preparing.

Some recommendations…

When you go to put the pasta make sure the water is boiling enough.
It is best to add the second part of the dressing when the pasta is very cold.

Very elegant presentation for this dish that you can use as an apéritif or a side dish.

Caesar salad with salmon

The meat that usually accompanies these salads is usually chicken or turkey, failing that. However, this time I bring you an impressive Caesar salad with salmon to make at home.

For this salad you required:

1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar.
1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 salmon fillets without bones.
A ciabatta breads.
2 cloves of garlic
2 hearts of romaine lettuce.
1 lemon

For its preparation you must...

Start by preheating the oven. This time at 200 °C. Then wash and chop the lettuce into small bites.

Scoop out some lemon peel by grating just a little. Grind the garlic cloves into a paste. Now, mix the garlic in a small container with vinegar.

Now, take the chopped bread into the oven and in a tray with olive oil. Don't forget to add salt and pepper. Wait until the bread browns and remove from the oven.

Meanwhile, to the vinegar and garlic mixture, add the mayonnaise, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Mix everything until a homogeneous sauce is left.

It is then time to prepare the salmon. Once it is with salt and pepper, place it on the griddle. Let cook 5 minutes on each side.

Once the salmon is cooked. Remove and wait for it to cool. At the same time, place the lettuce, cheese and bread in a bowl. Add some prepared sauce.

Mix well. Then, chop the salmon into pieces, we remove the skin so that there is no trace of a thorn. Add the pieces to the mixture, add more sauce if desired, and top with the Parmesan cheese.

And now, to taste this wonderful healthy and balanced super-healthy dish.

Some facts about Caesar Salad

In these recipes a lot is to your liking, you can add more or less of something if you wish. There are even those who make a sauce with mushrooms or anchovies, even hearts of palm.

You can include them if you like, if you can't remove them so well. It is a very versatile dish that is why it admits so many combinations that are pleasant to the palate.

Go ahead and try it and surprise everyone with a portion of original cesar salad.