Description
A refreshing twist on the classic Caesar salad featuring cool cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy anchovy-mustard dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 anchovy fillets, minced (or 1 tablespoon anchovy paste)
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Instructions
- 1. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat, add the panko and toast until golden brown. Set aside.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic, anchovy fillets, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup Parmesan, half the bacon, and 2 tablespoon toasted breadcrumbs. Toss with the dressing until evenly coated.
- 4. Garnish with remaining bacon, breadcrumbs, and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve chilled.