Whole30 Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
Revamp your healthy eating routine with this irresistible Whole30 Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, a perfect fusion of smoky, charred flavors and creamy, tangy goodness. Featuring tender, perfectly seasoned grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and vibrant grape tomatoes, this recipe shines with its homemade Caesar dressing—a dairy-free twist made with nutritional yeast, zesty Dijon mustard, and silky avocado oil for a wholesome yet indulgent bite. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's a nutrient-packed option for lunch or dinner that checks all the boxes for Whole30 compliance. Whether you're following a clean eating plan or simply craving a fresh take on a classic Caesar salad, this dish offers bold flavors, satisfying textures, and uncompromising simplicity. Optimize your mealtime with a salad that's as healthy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 hearts romaine lettuce
- 2 whole large eggs
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 0.25 cup avocado oil
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
Instructions
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with this mixture.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
While the chicken is resting, prepare the romaine lettuce by washing and drying the leaves, then chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
To make the dressing, place the eggs in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 6 minutes. Remove from heat, cool, peel, and place in a blender.
To the blender, add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, peeled garlic clove, nutritional yeast, and capers. Blend until smooth.
While the blender is running, slowly drizzle in the avocado oil to emulsify and thicken the dressing.
Transfer the dressing to a container and set aside.
Slice the grape tomatoes in half.
In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine, grape tomatoes, and sliced grilled chicken.
Drizzle with desired amount of dressing and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.0 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.3 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 761 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 3855 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 177.5 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 4283 mg | 91% | |
*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.
