Description
A crisp, cheesy Parmesan cup filled with creamy Caesar salad, delivering bold flavor and irresistible texture in every bite.
Ingredients
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Grated Parmesan cheese: 2 cups (200 g)
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Romaine lettuce, chopped: 4 cups (200 g)
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Grilled chicken breast, sliced: 1 cup (150 g)
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Parmesan cheese, finely grated: ½ cup (50 g)
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Croutons, crushed: ½ cup (30 g)
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Mayonnaise: ½ cup (120 g)
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Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
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Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon (5 g)
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Garlic, minced: 1 clove (3 g)
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Anchovy paste (optional): 1 teaspoon (5 g)
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Black pepper: ½ teaspoon (2 g)
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Salt: to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Spoon Parmesan cheese into thin circles on the baking sheet and bake until melted and golden.
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Shape warm cheese rounds over an inverted muffin tin to form cups and let cool.
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Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, anchovy paste, pepper, and salt to make dressing.
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Toss romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, grated Parmesan, and croutons with dressing.
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Fill Parmesan cups with salad and serve immediately.
Notes
Assemble just before serving to keep cups crisp. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes