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Healthy High-Protein Caesar Salad Recipe with Grilled Chicken and Easy Yogurt Dressing

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A quick and satisfying Caesar salad with grilled chicken and a tangy, protein-packed yogurt dressing that is light yet filling.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large heads romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 medium grilled chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 340 g), sliced
  • ¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)
  • 1 cup whole grain croutons (optional)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) anchovy paste (optional)
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with about ½ tsp salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  2. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side (12-14 minutes total) until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, anchovy paste (if using), olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, rinse thoroughly, and spin dry.
  5. In a large bowl, combine romaine, sliced grilled chicken, and about half of the yogurt dressing. Toss gently to combine. Add more dressing if desired.
  6. Top salad with Parmesan cheese and croutons if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

Rest chicken after grilling to keep it juicy. Dry lettuce well to help dressing stick better. Dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in fridge. For gluten-free, replace croutons with toasted nuts or seeds. For dairy-free, use coconut or almond yogurt and omit Parmesan cheese.

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