Chicken Avocado Caesar (Printable Version)
A lighter version of Caesar salad featuring juicy grilled chicken, rich avocado, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Salad
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6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
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1 avocado, chopped into small cubes
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A couple of grilled chicken breasts, cut into strips
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A handful of whole grain croutons (optional)
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A sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper to your liking
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1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
→ For the Light Caesar Dressing
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1/3 cup plain yogurt (the Greek kind)
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1 garlic clove, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon of olive oil
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2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
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A pinch of salt and some pepper to your taste
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1-2 tablespoons of water for thinning, if you want it lighter
# Steps:
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Use a small bowl to mix everything listed for the dressing until it’s smooth. If it feels thick, pour in a little water to make it thinner. Leave it aside.
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Grab a big salad bowl. Toss in the lettuce, chicken slices, diced avocado, and Parmesan.
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Pour the light Caesar dressing over the bowl and give it all a good toss until coated evenly.
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Sprinkle those croutons on top (if you're using them) and add a grind or two of black pepper. Serve right away.
# Notes:
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Rotisserie or leftover chicken work great to save time
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Ditch the croutons to make it lower in carbs
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Throw in extras like cherry tomatoes or boiled eggs for more color and protein