Caesar Salad with Roasted Veggies
The Caesar Salad with Roasted Veggies is a nutritious and flavorful take on the classic Caesar salad. The combination of fresh romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber provides a crisp base, while the roasted veggies add a depth of flavor and a hearty touch. Topped with croutons and Parmesan cheese, and drizzled with creamy Caesar dressing, this salad is perfect for a satisfying meal. The roasting process caramelizes the natural sugars in the vegetables, enhancing their sweetness and flavor. With its vibrant colors and diverse textures, this salad is as appealing to the eye as it is to the palate. Enjoy this delicious salad as a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner!
Preparation Time:
110 min
Difficulty:
Novice
Ingredients:
- 100g of romaine lettuce
- 50g of cherry tomatoes
- 50g of cucumber
- 30g of red bell pepper
- 30g of croutons
- 50g of parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp of Caesar dressing
- 100g of assorted veggies (e.g., zucchini, carrot, bell pepper)
- 1 tbsp of olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- oven
- baking sheet
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- knife
- cutting board
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Chop the assorted veggies into bite-sized pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
- Roast the veggies in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- While the veggies are roasting, prepare the salad greens by rinsing and chopping the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- Once the veggies are done roasting, let them cool slightly before adding them to the salad bowl.
- Add croutons and parmesan cheese on top of the salad mixture.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently until well-coated.
Macros:
- Total Calories: 340kcal
- Carbs: 18g
- Proteins: 15g
- Fats: 25g