Butter Bean Caesar Salad (Print Version)
Creamy butter beans meet classic Caesar flavors with crisp romaine, tomatoes, and homemade dressing in this protein-rich salad.
# Recipe Ingredients:
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# Directions:
01 - Whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, black pepper, and water until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, butter beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
03 - Drizzle the Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Top with shaved Parmesan and croutons just before serving. Serve immediately with additional black pepper if desired.
# Expert Advice:
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- The butter beans add this incredible creamy texture that makes you forget this is a salad at all
- You get all that classic Caesar flavor but with actual protein that keeps you full for hours
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- Butter beans can sometimes be mealy if you buy a cheap brand, so stick with quality canned beans for the best texture
- The dressing thickens up in the fridge, so always thin it right before serving and do not dress the whole salad if you are saving leftovers
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- Toast the butter beans in a dry pan for three minutes before adding them to the salad for the most incredible nutty flavor
- Double the dressing recipe and keep it in a jar in the fridge for quick salads all week long