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Healthy Chicken Caesar Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing

A delightful twist on the classic Caesar salad, this version is nutritious and easy to prepare, featuring grilled chicken and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped or mix with kale for extra fiber
  • 2 breasts grilled chicken, sliced recipe here
  • 1 cup homemade whole-grain croutons recipe below
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds or sunflower seeds
  • 2 small boiled eggs, sliced optional, for extra protein

For the Dressing

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 small cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 tsp capers
  • to taste Salt and pepper

For the Croutons

  • 2 cups cubed whole-grain or sourdough bread
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Prepare the croutons: In a bowl, toss the whole-grain bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy. Set aside.
  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning if needed.

Assembly

  • In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with the dressing until evenly coated.
  • Add sliced grilled chicken, whole-grain croutons, cherry tomatoes, almonds (or sunflower seeds), and the remaining Parmesan. If desired, top with boiled egg slices.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious meal!

Notes

To enhance your salad, serve it with a slice of crusty whole-grain bread or a side of seasonal fruit. Adding ingredients such as avocado or roasted red peppers can provide additional flavors.