Get ready to meet your new favorite appetizer: Caesar Salad Wonton Cups!
These crispy, bite-sized bowls of deliciousness are not only incredibly easy to make, but they're guaranteed to impress at any gathering.
Prepare to discover the secrets behind these elegant and addictive little treats!
Ingredients
Okay, let's explore into what you'll need to whip up these awesome Caesar Salad Wonton Cups! First off, you're gonna need 12 wonton wrappers. These are your edible cups, so handle 'em gently.
For the salad, grab 2 1/2 cups of shredded romaine lettuce – cos lettuce works, too. We're keeping it classic Caesar, you know? Add in 1 cup of diced, cooked chicken. Leftover rotisserie? Perfect! For a similar flavor, you can grill seasoned chicken breasts just like the recipe mentions. Don't forget 1 1/2 bacon rashers, diced and crispy.
Next up: 1/4 cup of bread, diced super tiny for croutons, and 2 tablespoons of freshly grated Parmesan. Real Parm is the key! A sprinkle of parsley, about 2 teaspoons, adds a pop of green if you're feeling fancy—totally optional. Salt and olive oil spray are your cooking allies.
Now for the dressing! One garlic clove, minced, and 2 anchovy fillets – don't be scared! They make it Caesar-y. Two tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon each of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce, and 1 cup of mayonnaise (whole egg is best). Half a cup of Parmesan, milk to thin it, plus salt and pepper.
Instructions
Now that we've gathered our ingredients, let's get cooking! First, preheat your oven to 180C/350F—that's like a warm hug for the wontons. I want you to fit those wrappers into a regular muffin tin—not mini, not Texas-sized. Spray them lightly with olive oil; we don't want them sticking! Then, bake for 8 to 12 minutes, until they're golden and crispy. Imagine the crunch of these cups paired with a peanut-flavored element.
Next, let's get cooking with bacon—cause, who doesn't love bacon?
- Sauté until crispy.
- Drain on paper—less grease!
- Brown the bread in the same pan, too.
- Salt it, of course!
Now for the dressing: throw all dressing ingredients in a blender—even the anchovies (trust me!). Whizz it until smooth. Consistency too thick? Splash of milk, no biggie. Toss your lettuce, chicken, and bacon from earlier with the dressing. I recommend 6 or 8 tons of dressing. Finally, divide the salad into the wonton cups, top with croutons, and parmesan; sprinkle everything with parsley if you're feeling fancy! Serve immediately—enjoy!
Recipe Notes
I've found making the dressing for these Caesar Salad Wonton Cups yields about 1 1/4 cups—it's just tough to make less in my food processor, so don't be shocked. You can keep any extra dressing in the fridge; it'll be good for about a week!
My mum had a brilliant idea though—if you really wanna go small-batch, try using a mortar and pestle. Grind the garlic and anchovy into oblivion—a paste is what you want! Plus, if you're using finely grated parmesan, you actually don't need a blender! This means you can easily halve the dressing recipe, and trust me, half is ample for 12 wonton cups. Makes total sense, right?
Nutrition Information
Here is a breakdown of the nutritional info per serving—about 54 grams! You're looking at roughly 117 calories, which is only 6% of your daily intake. The Caesar Salad Wonton Cups also contain 8.1g of carbs, 7.2g of protein (that's 14%!), and 6.1g of fat. I think this is a great appetizer and it just can't be beat!
I've also included percentages of your recommended daily intake, so you can see where this fits into your overall diet!
- Sodium: 338mg (15%)
- Sugar: Just 0.9g (1%)
- Cholesterol: 19mg (6%)
- Vitamin A: 100IU (2%)
These wontons also have smaller amounts of Vitamin C, calcium, and iron! I think that the croutons add a great crispy element. I'm sure you'll enjoy them!
Serving Suggestions
We've chatted about what's inside these yummy little cups, and I bet you are wondering how to serve them—I know I would be! These aren't just any snack; they're an experience.
First off, serve them immediately! I'm serious—don't assemble them way ahead of time, or the wonton cups will get soggy (and nobody wants that). They're fantastic as appetizers at a party or even as a fun lunch option.
Think about presentation, too. Arrange them nicely on a platter. A little sprinkle of extra Parmesan and parsley makes them look super fancy, doesn't it?!
Pair them with something light—maybe a simple tomato soup or a small side salad. Don't overdo it; these cups are the stars of the show! And, if anyone asks for the recipe, send them my way; I'm always happy to share my kitchen secrets!
Short Recipe Version
Caesar Salad Wonton Cups
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 12 Wonton wrappers
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar salad dressing
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Croutons
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Press wonton wrappers into muffin tin cups.
- Brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- Fill each wonton cup with the salad mixture.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: 75
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 5g