Description
Caesar Pasta Salad Cups are a delightful, portable twist on the classic Caesar salad, perfectly portioned in crispy mini phyllo cups. Each bite delivers a burst of creamy, tangy flavors with al dente pasta, fresh romaine, and savory parmesan. Ideal for picnics or parties, these cups are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare. Impress your guests and elevate your gatherings with this refreshing appetizer that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini phyllo cups
- 1 cup rotini pasta (cooked and cooled)
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup croutons
- Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese, and croutons. Toss gently.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad mix and fold until evenly coated without crushing ingredients.
- Spoon the mixture into mini phyllo cups generously.
- Top with extra parmesan cheese and black pepper for added flavor.
- Serve immediately on a platter and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required after initial pasta cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups (160g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg