Mexican Caesar Salad

For the dressing:

3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, or similar light salad oil

1/4 cup lime juice

1 teaspoon lime zest

1 clove garlic, microplaned

3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/2 cup Cotija cheese, finely crumbled

Pinch chili powder, or chipotle chili powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the salad:

12 cups salad greens

Cojita cheese, for garnish

Roasted pepitas, for garnish

Roasted red peppers, for garnish

Crumbled tortilla chips, for garnish

1. Place all ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid and shake.
2. To make the Mexican Caesar Salad, top salad greens with dressing, roasted pepitas, roasted red peppers, Cotija cheese and a crumble of tortilla chips, if desired.
3. Cover and refrigerate leftover dressing.