Dairy-Free Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken
This Dairy-Free Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken reimagines the classic Caesar salad with a creamy, tangy dressing that’s completely free of dairy, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Juicy, perfectly grilled chicken breasts marinated in olive oil, lemon, and spices lend a smoky, savory touch, while nutritional yeast substitutes for Parmesan cheese, creating a rich umami flavor in the dressing. Crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, and briny capers add a refreshing medley of textures and flavors, while crunchy dairy-free croutons bring the perfect finishing touch. Quick and ready in just over 30 minutes, this healthy, protein-packed dish is as satisfying as it is nutritious—ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or elegant entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Anchovy paste
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup Dairy-free mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 1 cup Dairy-free croutons
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
While the chicken rests, mince the garlic cloves and combine them in a small bowl with the anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, dairy-free mayonnaise, nutritional yeast, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix well until smooth.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them, along with the capers, to the bowl with the lettuce.
Pour the dressing over the lettuce mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad and sprinkle with dairy-free croutons.
Serve immediately and enjoy a delicious dairy-free meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.6 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 5658 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.7 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 94.4 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2604 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
