How Do You Make Mexican Caesar Salad?
If you’ve ever had the Mexican Caesar Salad at El Torito, you are going to love this recipe. You can buy this dressing in some markets, but it has that bottled flavor. Fresh is so much better. In a blender combine the sour cream, buttermilk, garlic, cilantro and 1/4 cup Cotija cheese. Blend until smooth and cilantro is completely incorporated. The mix should be a light green color. (You should be able to find Cotija cheese in your supermarket, along with other specialty cheeses. It is a Mexican white cheese similar to Feta cheese.) Empty contents into a bowl and season with salt to taste. Refrigerate for two hours before using. Prepare individual salads on small plates with torn or chopped Romaine lettuce and diced tomatoes. Spoon a small amount of dressing over the top and toss lightly to combine. Garnish with additional crumbled Cotija cheese, roasted sunflower seeds and toasted tortilla strips.
