Paleo Chicken Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with this hearty and health-conscious Paleo Chicken Caesar Salad, a grain-free and dairy-free twist on the classic favorite. Featuring tender, marinated grilled chicken breasts, crisp romaine lettuce, and a velvety homemade Caesar dressing made with wholesome ingredients like anchovies, fresh garlic, and coconut aminos, this recipe is brimming with bold, savory flavors. The finishing touch? Crunchy, golden paleo croutons crafted from almond flour and nutritional yeast, offering a satisfying texture and nutty undertone without traditional grains. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, this vibrant salad is perfect for a nutritious lunch, quick dinner, or crowd-pleasing side. Packed with protein, rich in healthy fats, and bursting with freshness, it’s a must-try for anyone following a paleo lifestyle—or anyone who simply loves delicious, guilt-free comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 anchovy fillets
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon coconut aminos
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

Directions

Step 1

Start by marinating the chicken breasts. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, one minced garlic clove, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts with this mixture and set aside for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let them rest.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the Caesar dressing. In a blender, combine anchovy fillets, Dijon mustard, one raw egg, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, remaining garlic clove minced, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and coconut aminos. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

For the paleo croutons, heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Mix almond flour with nutritional yeast in a separate bowl. Form small clumps with this mixture and add to the pan. Sauté until golden and crisp, then remove from pan and let cool on a paper towel.

Step 6

Slice the rested chicken breasts thinly.

Step 7

To assemble the salad, add the sliced chicken on top of the romaine lettuce. Pour the homemade Caesar dressing over the salad, then toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Top with the paleo croutons and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1291.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.2

Total Fat 118.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 534.7mg	0%
Sodium 5188.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 166.1g	0%

Vitamin D 201IU	0%
Calcium 523.2mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1694.8mg	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: 56.7%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 8.0%