How to make Caesar pasta Salad with shrimp

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

Caesar dressing

🥗Healthier: yogurt-based dressing

💰Cheaper: homemade vinaigrette

Yogurt-based dressing reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

croutons

🥗Healthier: toasted whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: store-bought bread cubes

Toasted whole grain bread is healthier and can be made at home.

anchovies

🥗Healthier: umami paste

💰Cheaper: fish sauce

Umami paste provides similar flavor without the fish.

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and cool.

Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

Grate parmesan cheese using a microplane or box grater.

In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, romaine lettuce, and cherry tomatoes halved.

Add croutons, black pepper, and garlic to the bowl.

Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad for brightness.

Add olive oil to enhance flavor and mix well.

Garnish with anchovies and capers if desired.

Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.

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