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Chicken Caesar salad with light Caesar dressing and whole grain croutons

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Serve the Low-Carb, High-Protein Chicken Caesar Salad as a satisfying lunch or dinner. For an extra burst of flavor and nutrients, sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.

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Ingredients

For the Salad:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
8 cups fresh Romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Whole Grain Croutons:

2 cups whole grain bread, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Light Caesar Dressing:

1/3 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 anchovy fillets, minced (optional)
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Grill the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill until fully cooked, then slice into thin strips.
Prepare the Croutons: Toss cubed whole grain bread with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) until golden brown.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine chopped Romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, grilled chicken, and Parmesan cheese.
Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, anchovies (if using), lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Combine and Toss: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated. Add the whole grain croutons on top.