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Lighter Caesar Salad

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SERVES: 12

With a taste just as good as the original, no one will know that you've made their favorite Caesar salad a little lighter. Don't worry, we won't tell.

What You'll Need

1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/3 cup low-fat (1 percent) milk
1 1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large head romaine lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces

What to Do

In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients except the romaine; whisk until smooth and creamy.
Place the romaine in a large salad bowl and toss with the dressing. Serve immediately.

Notes

If you want this to be like the authentic Caesar salad, top it with croutons - but in moderation. Simply toss cubed day-old bread with a bit of garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then toast in a 300 degrees F. oven until golden.
If you liked this light salad, be sure to check out our collection of Easy Salad Recipes: 14 of Our Greatest Green Salad Recipes.