Whole30 Chicken Caesar Salad

Elevate classic Caesar salad with this Whole30 Chicken Caesar Salad—a wholesome, dairy-free twist on the traditional favorite. Featuring tender, oven-baked chicken breasts seasoned with garlic and olive oil, this vibrant salad is layered with crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a creamy, zesty dressing made entirely with Whole30-compliant ingredients. The homemade Caesar dressing combines tangy Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and savory anchovy paste with nutritional yeast to create a rich, cheese-like flavor without any dairy. Perfect for meal prep or a fresh, satisfying dinner, this salad is not only gluten-free and paleo-friendly but also ready in just 35 minutes. Indulge guilt-free with a protein-packed, flavor-forward dish that makes healthy eating feel like a treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 0.5 cup Whole30 compliant mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Anchovy paste
• 1 tablespoon Capers
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Bake the chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 4

While the chicken is baking, wash and chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 5

To make the dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and capers. Mix well.

Step 6

Stir in the nutritional yeast to the dressing mix to give it a tangy cheese-like flavor without the use of dairy.

Step 7

Slice cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

Step 8

In a large salad bowl, toss the chopped Romaine lettuce with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a pinch of salt.

Step 9

Add the sliced cherry tomatoes.

Step 10

Top the salad with sliced baked chicken and drizzle the Caesar dressing over the top. Toss everything to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1938.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2048.9

Total Fat 147.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 367.9mg	0%
Sodium 4521.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 132.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 509.8mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2981.0mg	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: 64.5%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 9.8%