Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is a deliciously healthy twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring tender grilled chicken over a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, topped with a creamy dressing and crunchy croutons. This refreshing dish is perfect for a light dinner while still being satisfying and full of flavor.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Romaine lettuce - 150 grams
• Caesar dressing - 60 ml
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Whole grain croutons - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Coat the chicken breast with this mixture.
3. Grill the chicken breast for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
4. While the chicken is resting, wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large bowl.
5. Add the Caesar dressing to the lettuce and toss until well coated.
6. Plate the dressed lettuce, then top with sliced grilled chicken, grated Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 26 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the romaine lettuce.

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