Description
A halal-certified Caesar pasta salad with romaine lettuce, whole-wheat spaghetti, and a tangy caper-lemon dressing. This refreshing, protein-rich dish balances creaminess and crunch while adhering to dietary restrictions.
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti (whole wheat preferred)
4 cups romaine lettuce (fresh, washed)
1/2 cup Caesar dressing (no anchovies)
4 tbsp croutons (crushed)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (nondairy optional)
300g shredded cooked chicken (room temperature)
1 tsp capers (rinsed to reduce brininess)
2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Wash and tear romaine into bite-sized pieces; set in a large bowl.
Combine Caesar dressing, lemon juice, and capers in a separate container.
Add cooled pasta, croutons, and romaine to the bowl with dressing mixture.
Toss in shredded chicken and Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Notes
Ensure chicken is halal-certified. Use nondairy Parmesan for vegan adaptation. Rinsing capers under water prevents overly salty dressing. Serve chilled with garnish of fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (500g total salad)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg