Southwestern Caesar Salad With Croutons Recipe

Name: Southwestern Caesar Salad With Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup sour cream; ½ cup olive oil; ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 medium limes); ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh chili pepper, of your choice minced; salt, to taste; freshly cracked black pepper, to taste; ⅓ cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon cumin, ground; 2 cups diced cornbread, in 1/2-inch cubes; 1 head romaine lettuce, outer leaves removed, inner leaves washed, dried, and torn into thirds; 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and quartered; 2 medium tomatoes, cored and quartered; 1 small red onion, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced; ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

¼ cup sour cream
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 medium limes)
¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh chili pepper, of your choice minced
salt, to taste
freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
⅓ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cumin, ground
2 cups diced cornbread, in 1/2-inch cubes
1 head romaine lettuce, outer leaves removed, inner leaves washed, dried, and torn into thirds
2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and quartered
2 medium tomatoes, cored and quartered
1 small red onion, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced
⅓ cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream and olive oil, and whisk together (it will look a little curdled, but don't worry).
2
Add the remaining dressing ingredients and whisk to blend (now it should be smooth).
3
Set aside.
4
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, and cumin and mix well.
5
Add the bread cubes and toss well to coat.
6
Put the seasoned cubes on an ungreased baking sheet and bake in a 350* oven until crisp on the outside but still chewy inside, about 10 minutes.
7
In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, avocados, tomatoes, and onion.
8
Stir the dressing well, add just enough to moisten the ingredients (there will be some dressing left over), and toss to coat.
9
Sprinkle with cheese and croutons, and serve.

680

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup sour cream, ½ cup olive oil, ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 medium limes), ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Caesar Salad With Croutons falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southwestern Caesar Salad With Croutons

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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