Meals Matter

Corn and Red Pepper Caesar Salad

Contributed By: ningwan
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This salad makes a hearty lunch or a great dinner entree!

Ingredients

3 cups Canned corn kernels, drained

1 Red bell pepper, seeded and diced

1 Med-sized head romaine lettuce, leaves seperated

4 Large eggs

1 1/2 cup Garlic croutons

2/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese

6 tbsp Olive oil

1 tsp Minced garlic, or to taste

1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Cook eggs in rapidly boiling water for 7 to 10 min. Remove from heat and run under cold water until cool. Peel and set aside until serving time.

2. Trim off stem end of lettuce and rinse each leaf well. Dry thoroughly and break into bite-sized pieces. Place in salad bowl.

3. To make dressing, whisk together 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, mustard and salt and pepper. Set aside.

4. Add diced peppers and cooled corn to lettuce. Toss with croutons. Grate cooled eggs over top and toss with dressing. Garnish salad with remaining 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Salads & Dressings
Actual Cooking Time: No Cooking Required
Number of Servings: 4
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Lunch

Nutrient Information

Calories: 342
Total Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Protein: 13 g
Vitamin C: 63 mg
Calcium: 175 mg
Sodium: 550 mg
Fiber: 3.5 g