Description
A refreshing and hearty Caesar Pasta Salad featuring tender pasta, crisp romaine, juicy chicken, and crunchy croutons, all coated in creamy Caesar dressing. Perfect for summer picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (like rotini or penne)
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup croutons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until tender yet firm—“al dente.” Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Combine the cooled pasta, chopped romaine, and diced chicken in a large mixing bowl.
- Dress it up by drizzling the Caesar dressing over the salad mixture. Gently toss to coat.
- Add grated Parmesan and croutons over the salad. Toss lightly to combine.
- Final seasoning: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
Make-ahead: This salad stores well in the fridge. Enjoy within three days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg