Caesar Salad with Cilantro and Green Chile Dressing Recipe

Caesar Salad with Cilantro and Green Chile Dressing Recipe

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 (4 ounce) can ORTEGA® Diced Green Chiles
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 large head romaine lettuce, rinsed, patted dry and chopped
  • 2 cups seasoned croutons
  • 1 (4 ounce) can ORTEGA® Whole Green Chiles, cut into strips
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese
  1. PLACE cilantro, mayonnaise, vegetable oil, chiles, vinegar, cheese, garlic, salt and pepper in food processor or blender; cover. Process until coarsely chopped. Cover; refrigerate for 1 hour or until flavors are blended.
  2. COMBINE lettuce, croutons, chiles and cheese in large bowl. Add 1/2 cup dressing; toss well to coat. Store unused dressing in refrigerator for up to one week.