Caesar Pasta Salad
This Caesar Pasta Salad is a delicious twist on the classic Caesar salad, combining tender pasta with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy croutons, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy Caesar dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or an easy dinner side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Caesar-flavored croutons
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together Caesar dressing, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Gently fold in the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and green onions.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve. If making ahead, add croutons just before serving to maintain crunchiness.
Notes
- If making ahead, keep the croutons separate until serving to avoid sogginess.
- Chill pasta completely before mixing with other ingredients for best texture.
- You can add grilled chicken or bacon for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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