Low Sodium Chicken Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Low Sodium Chicken Caesar Salad—a healthier twist on the classic favorite! Packed with tender, oven-baked chicken breasts brushed with a flavorful olive oil and garlic powder blend, this recipe brings bold taste without excessive salt. Crisp Romaine lettuce pairs beautifully with whole wheat croutons, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, while a low sodium Caesar dressing ties it all together for guilt-free indulgence. Ready in just 35 minutes, this heart-smart salad is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a fresh side dish. Ideal for health-conscious eaters, this recipe balances flavor, nutrition, and simplicity in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup Low sodium Caesar dressing
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Whole wheat croutons
- 1 piece Lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
Brush the chicken breasts with the olive oil mixture ensuring they are well coated.
Place the chicken in a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken is baking, wash the Romaine lettuce, dry it thoroughly, and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped Romaine lettuce with 1 cup of whole wheat croutons and 0.25 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the salad for a fresh citrusy flavor.
Add the sliced chicken to the salad mixture.
Pour 0.5 cup of low sodium Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.
Serve the salad immediately and enjoy your low sodium Chicken Caesar Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.2 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 336 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 1966 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 144.2 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 639 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2465 mg | 52% | |
*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.
