Low Sodium Caesar Salad

Enjoy the classic flavors of a Caesar salad without the excess sodium with this flavorful Low Sodium Caesar Salad recipe! Crisp, freshly washed Romaine lettuce forms the base, while a creamy dressing made with olive oil, tangy lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and protein-packed Greek yogurt delivers all the zesty richness you crave—minus the salt. Low sodium grated Parmesan and whole-grain croutons add a delightful crunch and nutty depth to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthier take on the beloved Caesar salad is perfect as a light main course or a side dish for any meal. Bursting with flavor and heart-smart ingredients, this dish proves that low sodium doesn’t mean low taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 heads Romaine lettuce
0.25 cup Olive oil
2 tablespoons Lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 whole Garlic cloves
0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese, low sodium
0.5 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
1 cup Low sodium whole-grain croutons
0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the Romaine lettuce thoroughly. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Add plain Greek yogurt and whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the torn Romaine lettuce and toss gently to ensure the leaves are evenly coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the low sodium whole-grain croutons over the salad.

Step 6

Optionally, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or cracked pepper if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy a refreshing, low sodium Caesar Salad.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1720.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2012.5

Total Fat 101.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 48.0mg	0%
Sodium 1252.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 74.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1325.7mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2949.5mg	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: 44.9%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 40.5%