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Caesar Pasta Salad

This Caesar Pasta Salad combines the creamy, tangy flavors of a classic Caesar salad with the hearty texture of pasta. Packed with fresh veggies, crunchy croutons, and a zesty homemade dressing, it’s the perfect side for any gathering or an easy light meal!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 -8 servings
Calories 265kcal

Ingredients

Salad:

  • 8 ounces short pasta rotini, penne, or farfalle work well
  • 3 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup seasoned croutons store-bought or homemade
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Dressing:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoons vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
    8 ounces short pasta
  • In a bowl, whisk together mayo, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
    ¼ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoons vegan Worcestershire sauce, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 small garlic clove
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes. Toss everything with the dressing, making sure it's evenly coated.
    3 cups romaine lettuce, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 8 ounces short pasta
  • Add croutons and grated Parmesan on top. Give it a final toss and season with salt and pepper to taste.
    ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ½ cup seasoned croutons, salt and black pepper
  • Let the salad chill in the fridge for 30 minutes

Notes

  • Don’t overcook the pasta; cook just until al dente. Overcooked pasta can make the salad soggy once mixed with the dressing.
  • Stir in the romaine and croutons right before serving so they stay crisp and don’t get mushy in the fridge.
  • Chill for best flavor, letting the pasta caesar salad sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes helps the flavors blend nicely.

Nutrition

Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 242mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2248IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg