Paleo Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken

Elevate your salad game with this flavorful and nutrient-packed Paleo Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken! This healthy, dairy-free twist on the classic Caesar pairs tender, marinated grilled chicken breasts with crisp romaine lettuce, creamy avocado, and a tangy homemade dressing made with anchovies, garlic, and lemon juice. To keep it paleo-friendly, nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, umami finish, while coconut aminos deliver a rich depth of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free, protein-rich salad is perfect for meal prep, a quick lunch, or a wholesome dinner. Serve this irresistible dish fresh and enjoy every bold, wholesome bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 whole avocado, diced
• 2 fillets anchovy fillets, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 whole egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon coconut aminos
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 0.25 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Whisk together to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a ziplock bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and set aside to rest.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce and diced avocado.

Step 5

In a blender or food processor, combine the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped anchovy fillets, Dijon mustard, egg yolk, coconut aminos, remaining pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy to make the dressing.

Step 6

Slice the rested chicken into strips and add to the salad along with the capers and dressing. Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 7

Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the salad as a finishing touch to give it a cheesy flavor without dairy.

Step 8

Serve the salad immediately and enjoy your healthy Paleo Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1247.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1334.9

Total Fat 71.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 490.3mg	0%
Sodium 2594.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 132.7g	0%

Vitamin D 88.3IU	0%
Calcium 328.5mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 3504.5mg	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: 47.6%

Protein: 39.5%

Carbs: 13.0%