Tijuana Caesar Salad

Health score
28%
Tijuana Caesar Salad
39 min.
8
227kcal

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Welcome to a delightful twist on a classic favorite with our Tijuana Caesar Salad! This vibrant dish combines the creamy richness of traditional Caesar dressing with the fresh crunch of crisp vegetables, making it the perfect side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack. With a preparation time of just 39 minutes, you can whip up this salad for gatherings, family dinners, or casual get-togethers with friends.

What sets this salad apart is the addition of jicama, which adds a refreshing crunch, and the colorful strips of red bell pepper that not only enhance the visual appeal but also provide a sweet contrast to the savory flavors. The homemade tortilla strips, baked to perfection, offer a satisfying crunch that elevates the entire dish. Sprinkled with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of lemon, each bite is a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Whether you're looking to impress your guests or simply enjoy a delicious meal at home, this Tijuana Caesar Salad is sure to become a favorite. It's a fantastic way to incorporate fresh ingredients into your diet while enjoying the bold flavors of the Southwest. So grab your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup caesar dressing 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 6-inch flour tortilla (es in diameter)
  • teaspoon garlic salt 
  • ounces jicama peeled cut into cubes (2 cups)
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 cup parmesan shredded
  • medium bell pepper red cut into thin strips (2 cups)
  • 12 ounces the of 1 cos lettuce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Spray 2 cookie sheets with cooking spray. Spray tortillas lightly with cooking spray.
  2. Sprinkle with garlic salt and cumin.
  3. Cut each tortilla in half, then crosswise into 1/2-inch strips.
  4. Place tortilla strips on cookie sheets.
  5. Bake each cookie sheet 7 to 9 minutes or until crisp.
  6. Mix dressing, lemon peel and lemon juice. Toss romaine, jicama, bell peppers, cheese, tortilla strips and dressing mixture in large bowl.
  7. Sprinkle with additional shredded Parmesan cheese if desired.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories227kcal
Protein9.72%
Fat58.73%
Carbs31.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.13
Glycemic Load
4.11
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.863043638675%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.46kcal
11.37%
Fat:15.04g
23.14%
Saturated Fat:3.45g
21.56%
Carbohydrates:18.19g
6.06%
Net Carbohydrates:14.25g
5.18%
Sugar:3.84g
4.27%
Cholesterol:11.89mg
3.96%
Sodium:799.61mg
34.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.6g
11.2%
Vitamin A:4700.66IU
94.01%
Vitamin K:67.43µg
64.22%
Vitamin C:48.33mg
58.58%
Folate:97.8µg
24.45%
Fiber:3.94g
15.74%
Calcium:139.84mg
13.98%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.28%
Phosphorus:120.71mg
12.07%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.53%
Iron:1.97mg
10.94%
Vitamin E:1.61mg
10.76%
Selenium:7.16µg
10.23%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.84%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.92%
Vitamin B3:1.52mg
7.6%
Potassium:259.88mg
7.43%
Magnesium:22.31mg
5.58%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.65%
Copper:0.07mg
3.52%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.83%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%