Sesame caesar salad

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of a sesame caesar salad! Crunchy romaine lettuce, savory parmesan cheese, and zesty caesar dressing create a tantalizing culinary experience.

Ingredients:

• 2 oil-packed anchovy fillets, chopped
• 1 small garlic clove, chopped
• 1 lemon, halved
• 3 Tbsp. tahini
• 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
• 3 Tbsp. grapeseed, sunflower, or vegetable oil
• 3 Tbsp. finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
• Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
• 4 heads of Little Gem lettuce or 2 romaine hearts, trimmed, leaves separated
• 1 Asian pear, halved, cored, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp. toasted sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Place anchovies and garlic on a cutting board and use the flat side of a chef's knife to mash them together until a smooth paste is formed.
2. Move the paste to a large bowl and add the juice of 1 lemon half (approximately 2 tablespoons). Mix in tahini, mustard, and 2 tablespoons of water. Slowly mix in oil until the dressing becomes thick and shiny. Stir in 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
3. Combine lettuce, tearing apart any large leaves, into the bowl with the dressing, along with slices of pear. Season with salt and mix until the leaves are coated.
4. Pour the salad onto a platter and sprinkle extra Parmesan and sesame seeds on top. Grate the zest of the remaining lemon half finely over the salad.

Summary:

• Calories: 985 kcal
• Fat: 77 g
• Protein: 29 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Potassium: 1790 mg
• Magnesium: 160 mg