Protein-Packed Caesar Salad Recipe with a Twist
Caesar salad, a beloved classic, often falls victim to being drowned in high-calorie dressing and overloaded with croutons, reducing its nutritional value. This recipe reimagines the traditional Caesar salad into a protein-packed, keto-friendly delight that's not just nutritious but also a showstopper for any gathering.
The Twist
This Caesar salad is not your ordinary salad. It steers clear of the pitfalls of traditional Caesar salads, which are often heavy on calorie-laden dressing and croutons. Instead, it offers a fresh, zesty taste with a homemade dressing that’s flavourful yet light.
The inclusion of protein-rich chicken, bacon, and eggs, along with crunchy greens and keto croutons, makes it a balanced, satisfying meal that’s perfect for hosting or enjoying a nutritious meal. Without the yuck feeling you can get from a standard shop bought caesar salad. The ingredient list for 'Taylor's Caesar Salad' from New World is below.
Quite a lot of additives, thickeners, sugar and powders. Not what you'd picture in a salad eh?
Enjoy the crunch, the flavour, and the wholesome goodness of this reimagined Caesar salad, knowing you're indulging in a dish that's as good for your body as it is for your taste buds!
So, Protein-Packed Caesar Salad Recipe with a Twist...
Ingredients
For the Salad:
Chicken breasts or thighs (or if you're feeling lazy, why not cheat a little and buy a cooked chicken that you can simply shred and enjoy) - around 100g per portion (so 400g of cooked chicken for a main meal for 4 people)
4-8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled (cook however you like)
2-4 large eggs, soft-boiled and halved
2 Slices Gerry’s Wraps Low Carb Bread, cubed for keto croutons
1 large head of crunchy lettuce (like Romaine or Iceberg), chopped (ours was unknown...from the garden!)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Caesar Dressing:
1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the Keto Croutons (optional but delicious):
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for toasting, or heat a skillet over medium heat for frying.
Cut the low-carb bread into cubes and spread them on a baking sheet. If toasting, bake for 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy. If frying, sauté in a skillet with a bit of olive oil until they are crispy and golden brown.
Set aside to cool.
Make the Caesar Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yoghurt, mustard, olive oil, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your taste.
Assemble the Salad:
In a large salad bowl, toss the chopped lettuce with the majority of the Caesar dressing, coating the leaves evenly.
Add in the sliced/torn chicken, crumbled bacon, soft-boiled eggs, and keto croutons.
Sprinkle-grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad or serve it on the side.
Serve and Enjoy:
Toss the salad gently to mix all the ingredients.
Serve immediately, ensuring that each plate gets an even mix of chicken, bacon, egg, croutons, and greens.
Will you give it a go?
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