Chicken Caesar Salad

This Low Carb Chicken Caesar Salad is a deliciously satisfying twist on the classic, featuring tender grilled chicken and a creamy homemade dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, this dish is not only flavorful but also fits into a low-carb diet seamlessly.

Chicken Caesar Salad
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Grilled chicken breast - 200 grams
  • Romaine lettuce - 150 grams
  • Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
  • Caesar dressing (low carb) - 50 ml
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Salt - to taste
  • Croutons (low carb) - optional, for garnish - 20 grams

Steps

  1. Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken breast with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
  4. While the chicken is grilling, wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the Caesar dressing with lemon juice to thin it out slightly.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, sliced chicken, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with croutons if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein to support muscle repair and growth.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

Tags

AmericanLow CarbLunch