Mexican Caesar Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing

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Mexican Caesar Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing

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Ingredients

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Mexican Caesar Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing

For the dressing

1 avocadoseeded and cut into chunks

⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt

¼ cup cilantroroughly chopped

2 limesJuice of

2 tablespoons roasted salted pepitas

2 tablespoons water

For the tortilla strips

3 corn tortillascut into 1/4″ thick strips with a pizza cutter and cut into 1/3’s

⅓ cup oil

sea salt

For the salad

4 ounces romaine leaveschopped

½ cup cotija cheese

½ cup cilantro leaves

⅓ cup roasted salted pepitas

Place the avocado, Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, pepitas, and water in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste, and more water if you like a thinner consistency, and process once more. Set aside.

Prepare the tortilla strips:

Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium high heat and line a large plate with paper towels. Add the tortilla strips in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan, and fry until golden and crisp. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and blot on the paper towels and sprinkle with sea salt. Repeat until the remaining tortilla strips are done.

Prepare the salad:

Place the romaine, cheese, cilantro leaves, and pepitas in a large bowl and toss to combine. Toss with the desired amount of dressing until the salad is coated, and top with the tortilla strips. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prevent Avocado Oxidation 🥑
Add avocado to the dressing just before serving and reserve the pit to place in the dressing—it naturally prevents browning by limiting air exposure.
Crisp Tortilla Strips Perfectly 🌮
Cut tortillas into strips, lightly brush with oil, and bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and crunchy rather than frying for a lighter, healthier texture that stays crisp longer.
Balance Creaminess with Greek Yogurt 🥛
Use Greek yogurt as your creamy base instead of mayo or sour cream—it adds tanginess, reduces heaviness, and provides protein while the avocado provides natural fat for a silkier texture.
Toast Pepitas for Enhanced Flavor 🌱
Lightly dry-toast your pepitas in a skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding to the salad to intensify their nutty flavor and improve their texture compared to using them straight from the bag.
Dress at the Last Moment ⏱️
Assemble the salad and add dressing just before serving to keep the romaine crisp and prevent the tortilla strips from becoming soggy.