Fajita Caesar Salad

 A Fajita Caesar Salad is a fusion of classic Caesar salad with the bold, flavorful elements of fajitas. This salad features crisp romaine lettuce, grilled fajita-seasoned chicken or steak, and a creamy Caesar dressing. Here's a recipe for this tasty dish:

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

1 lb chicken breast or steak (flank steak or skirt steak works well)

1 tablespoon fajita seasoning (store-bought or homemade)

1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup bell peppers (red, green, or yellow), sliced

1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup croutons (optional for crunch)

For the Caesar Dressing:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

2 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1-2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken or Steak:

Season the chicken or steak with fajita seasoning.

Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and cook the chicken or steak until fully cooked (chicken should reach 165°F/74°C, steak to your desired doneness).

Let the meat rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.

2. Make the Caesar Dressing:

In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

3. Prepare the Salad:

In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell peppers.

4. Assemble the Salad:

Add the sliced grilled chicken or steak to the salad.

Drizzle with the Caesar dressing and toss to combine.

5. Garnish and Serve:

Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese and croutons (if using) before serving.

This Fajita Caesar Salad offers the best of both worlds: the crispy texture of a Caesar salad combined with the savory, smoky flavors of fajitas. Enjoy!