10 minute Healthy dinner- Caesar Pasta Salad!
My work requests that I bring this to every party we have!! It’s so addicting (but healthy!)
🥒 ingredients 🌿
- 1lb pasta
- 1 package of fresh dill chopped
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 4 baby cucumbers or 1 large chopped
- 1 bag romaine lettuce
- 1 pint shaved Parmesan cheese
- [add chicken or roasted chick peas for some protein]
🍶 For dressing 🥬
-OPTION 1: Marie’s Caesar dressing (this one is SO delicious, but a bit of a higher cal option which is fine!!)
LOWER CAL OPTION 2: Mix together 1 vegan dill and 1 vegan Caesar dressing from Trader Joe’s. (These are seriously so good you will never know that they’re vegan)
-OTHER LOW CAL DRESSINGS: Bolthouse Farms, Ken’s Light Caesar, Primal Kitchen, Newman’s Own etc.
📝 Instructions ✏️
- boil pasta well done and rinse under cold water
- cut up tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and dill
- add ingredients to a bowl with Parmesan cheese and cold pasta
- if serving to a crowd, add dressing before serving.
- if saving left overs, add dressing to individual servings so lettuce does not get soggy OR leave lettuce out to add to individual servings.
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Creating a Caesar Pasta Salad is not only about the right ingredients but also about making it customizable to fit your dietary needs. You can enhance the salad by adding grilled chicken or roasted chickpeas for protein, making it perfect for a filling dinner. The dressing options vary significantly in calories, allowing you to choose what suits your dietary goals. Marie’s Caesar dressing offers a rich flavor but is higher in calories, while vegan alternatives like those from Trader Joe's provide a delicious, lower-calorie option that maintains the classic flavor without any animal products. Bolthouse Farms and Primal Kitchen are also great choices for health-conscious diners looking to enjoy Caesar salad without compromising on flavor or calories. As you prepare this dish, remember that tossing the dressing in just before serving keeps the lettuce crisp, making it an appealing choice for gatherings. Whether you're hosting or simply enjoying a quiet dinner, this recipe ensures that you savor a healthy bowl of goodness in no time!
Saw this. Tried this. This is delicious. Thanks for the recipe. Even my picky kiddo liked it.