Dairy-Free Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken

Savor the bold flavors of a classic Caesar salad reimagined with a dairy-free twist in our Dairy-Free Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken. This wholesome recipe features tender, perfectly grilled chicken breasts seasoned with a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper, served atop crisp romaine lettuce. The creamy yet dairy-free Caesar dressing, made with nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, and dairy-free mayonnaise, delivers all the tangy richness you love without the dairy. Crunchy dairy-free croutons and bursts of flavor from cherry tomatoes and capers elevate this salad into a satisfying, protein-packed meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. Ready in just over 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for those seeking a healthy, gluten-optional, and allergen-friendly meal that doesn’t skimp on indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 7

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them, along with the capers, to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the lettuce mixture and toss until evenly coated.

Step 9

Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad and sprinkle with dairy-free croutons.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy a delicious dairy-free meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1354.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2059.2

Total Fat 137.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 209.7mg	0%
Sodium 5658.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 94.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 346.9mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 2604.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 21.2%