Low Fat Classic Caesar Salad

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Classic Caesar Salad, a healthier twist on the beloved staple. Crisp romaine hearts are tossed with a creamy yet light yogurt-based dressing infused with zesty lemon juice, savory anchovy paste, and a hint of Dijon mustard for that signature tang. Homemade whole wheat croutons, toasted to golden perfection with garlic-scented olive oil, add a satisfying crunch without the extra calories. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and freshly ground black pepper, this wholesome Caesar salad is big on flavor and low on fat, making it a perfect side dish or light main course. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s proof that eating healthy doesn’t mean sacrificing taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 hearts romaine lettuce
• 2 slices whole wheat bread
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon anchovy paste
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the whole wheat bread into 1/2-inch cubes to make croutons. Place the cubes in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Mince the garlic clove finely and mix with the olive oil.

Step 4

Drizzle the garlic-infused olive oil over the bread cubes and toss until evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until they are golden and crispy, stirring halfway through. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

While the croutons are baking, prepare the dressing. In a medium bowl, whisk together the low-fat plain yogurt, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, anchovy paste, grated Parmesan cheese, ground black pepper, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the lettuce and toss until the leaves are evenly coated.

Step 9

Add the cooled croutons to the salad and gently toss again.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1578.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	728.2

Total Fat 29.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 35.4mg	0%
Sodium 2081.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 45.2g	0%

Vitamin D 124.5IU	0%
Calcium 1212.4mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 3201.5mg	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: 34.2%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 42.6%