Best 7 Southwest Caesar Dressing Recipes
Craving a zesty and flavorful twist to your classic Caesar salad? Look no further than the Southwest Caesar Dressing! This unique dressing combines the tangy, creamy flavors of traditional Caesar dressing with a vibrant blend of Southwest spices, creating a taste that's both familiar and exciting. With its complex layers of flavor, this dressing elevates your salad from ordinary to extraordinary. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this delectable dressing, perfect for grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or a simple romaine salad. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more!
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SOUTHWESTERN CAESAR SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 5m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Chop and place romaine in a large salad bowl. Whisk together garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and chili powder in a small bowl. Continue whisking while streaming in extra-virgin olive oil. When dressing is combined, toss Romaine salad with dressing and garnish salad with broken tortilla chips, smoked cheddar and pepper Jack cheese. Season with salt and pepper and toss again, then serve.
- Yield: Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: none Ease of preparation: easy
SOUTHWEST CAESAR DRESSING
Make and share this Southwest Caesar Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk brown sugar with vinegar until sugar dissolves.
- Combine remaining ingredients together and whisk until smooth.
- Serve immediately or chill if using later in the day.
SOUTHWESTERN CAESAR SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE DRESSING
Categories Salad Cheese Leafy Green Tomato Bake Spring Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk mayonnaise, chicken broth, soy sauce, lemon juice, chipotles and brown sugar in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Mix lettuce, tomatoes and corn in large bowl. Add dressing and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and serve.
SOUTHWESTERN CAESAR SALAD WITH CREAMY CHIPOTLE DRESSING
While I was at a hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona, I remember pestering a chef for this recipe. It's been so many trips ago, though, I can't remember what hotel I was at. Nevertheless, this salad is a nice twist on the usual Ceasar.
Provided by CaribbeanQueen
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- DRESSING:.
- Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a medium bowl until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- SALAD:.
- Mix lettuce, tomatoes and corn in large bowl.
- Add 3/4 of dressing and 2 T. of Parmesan. Toss.
- Determine if more dressing is needed. Add to taste.
- Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan before serving.
THE HOUSTONIAN'S SOUTHWEST CAESAR SALAD
This is posted in response to a request. This salad is absolutely delicious. It's a popular menu item at the Houstonian Hotel.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Black Beans
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Prepare dressing first.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine yolk, garlic, mustard, anchovies, pepper, salt, coriander, cumin, Worcestershire and water.
- Process all until smooth.
- With motor running, pour oils in a slow, steady stream into egg mixture.
- When all oil has been incorporated, add chili paste, lemon and lime juices and Parmesan.
- Process until smooth.
- Prepare salad next.
- Spin or pat lettuce dry.
- Place in large salad bowl.
- Add dressing; toss lightly.
- Add beans and corn; toss again.
- Divide mixture among 4 chilled plates.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and cheese.
- Garnish with tortilla chips.
SOUTHWESTERN CAESAR SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE DRESSING
I love the creamy, smokey flavor of this dressing. Sometimes I add grilled chicken or other meat or fish to this salad for a complete meal. My husband kept saying how good the salad was when he tried it for the first time...and so will you.
Provided by Geema
Categories Corn
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk mayonnaise, broth, shoyu, lemon juice, chipotles, salt and brown sugar in medium bowl to blend.
- Taste dressing and adjust seasoning, adding salt and pepper if desired.
- Dressing can be prepared one day ahead of time.
- Mix lettuce, tomatoes and corn in a large bowl.
- Add dressing and 2 tablespoons cheese.
- Toss to coat well.
- Sprinkle with remaining cheese and chopped cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.9, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 12, Sodium 825.5, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 8, Protein 6.3
SOUTHWEST CAESAR SALAD
This is a nice change and goes great with a Tortilla or Mexican Casserole. A quick and easy recipe that is great using shortcuts (I love shortcuts). I add the Quick Chili Croutons for an extra zip. My family really enjoyed this salad which I got from Kraftfoods.com.
Provided by PickyEaters
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 20m
Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toss lettuce, corn, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl.
- Mix dressing with cayenne.
- Add dressing to salad and toss.
- Top with parmesan and croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.3, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 7.8, Sodium 170.2, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.2, Protein 6.7
Tips:
- For a more authentic flavor, use anchovy paste instead of anchovy fillets.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk all the ingredients together and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just be sure to bring it to room temperature before using.
- Use a high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- If you don't have any buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- To make the dressing spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- To make the dressing richer, add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
Conclusion:
This Southwest Caesar Dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on salads, tacos, burritos, and more. It's also great for dipping vegetables or chips. With its creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, this dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a dressing that will add a little extra flavor to your meal, give this Southwest Caesar Dressing a try.
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