Whole30 Caesar Side Salad
Elevate your classic Caesar salad with a Whole30-approved twist in this wholesome and delicious recipe. The Whole30 Caesar Side Salad features crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a creamy, homemade dressing that pairs bold anchovy fillets and garlic with zesty lemon juice and Dijon mustard, all enhanced by the umami richness of nutritional yeast. Topped with perfectly boiled eggs and briny capers, this salad is packed with protein, healthy fats, and vibrant flavor—all while staying dairy-free and gluten-free. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a quick and nutritious side dish ideal for clean-eating enthusiasts or anyone craving a lighter take on Caesar salad. Perfect for meal prep or complementing your favorite Whole30 mains!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 2 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 pieces Anchovy fillets
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Capers
Instructions
Start by boiling the eggs. Place the eggs in a small saucepan and cover with water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 8 minutes.
Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them cool for about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
In a blender or food processor, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, anchovy fillets, garlic (minced), nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the dressing ingredients on high until smooth and creamy.
Peel the cooled eggs and cut them into quarters or slices.
Pour the dressing over the chopped romaine lettuce and toss to coat evenly.
Top the salad with sliced or quartered eggs, and sprinkle the capers over the top.
Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing and nutritious side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.8 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 459 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 4409 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1798 mg | 38% | |
*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.
