Caesar Salad with Cilantro and Green Chile Dressing
Makes 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 min.
Chilling Time: 1 hr.

Ingredients

• 1 - cup fresh cilantro leaves, about 1 bunch
• 3/4 - cup mayonnaise
• 3/4 - cup vegetable oil
• 1 - can (4-ounces) Diced Green Chiles
• 1/4 - cup red wine vinegar
• 2 - ounce feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 - clove garlic, peeled
• 1/2 - teaspoon salt
• 1/8 - teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 - head large romaine lettuce, rinsed, patted dry and chopped
• 2 - cups seasoned croutons
• 1 - can (4-ounces) Whole Green Chiles, cut into strips
• 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds, toasted

Directions

1. In a food processor or blender, place cilantro, mayonnaise, vegetable oil, diced chiles, vinegar, 1 ounce of the cheese, garlic, salt and pepper
2. Cover and process until coarsely chopped.
3. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until flavors are blended.
4. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, croutons, chile strips and remaining cheese.
5. Add 1/2-cup dressing and toss well to coat.
6. Garnish salad with pumpkin seeds.
7. Store unused dressing in refrigerator for up to one week.