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Healthy Caesar Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A light and nutritious twist on the classic Caesar salad, packed with lean chicken and fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

Dressing

  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 Tbsp fresh thyme ((or 1 tsp dried thyme))
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Salad Greens

  • 2 heads romaine (chopped (about 8 cups))

Additional

  • 1 cup Caesar dressing
  • 1 cup Homemade croutons
  • 0.25 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme, then cook in olive oil until done. Slice and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine with Caesar dressing and croutons.
  • Add sliced chicken on top and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken in lemon juice before cooking.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Caesar, Chicken, Healthy