Description
Caesar Salad Pasta combines the creamy, tangy flavors of classic Caesar salad with hearty pasta for a delightful dish. This easy-to-make recipe features tender pasta, crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and a zesty dressing that will transport you to an Italian terrace. Perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings, each bite bursts with flavor, ensuring your guests will be asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water.
- If making homemade dressing, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, romaine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan. Pour in the dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Add lemon juice and black pepper on top before serving.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to chill.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as alternatives. For added protein, mix in grilled chicken or shrimp. To enhance flavor, add cherry tomatoes or extra veggies.