Heart-Healthy Caesar Side Salad
Elevate your side dish game with this Heart-Healthy Caesar Side Salad, a wholesome twist on the classic favorite that’s big on flavor and nutrition. Featuring crisp Romaine lettuce, nutrient-packed kale, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this salad is topped with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan, hearty whole grain croutons, and a creamy, tangy dressing made from low-fat Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of anchovy paste. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a guilt-free yet satisfying accompaniment to any meal. Perfect for anyone seeking delicious, heart-smart recipe options, this salad proves that eating healthy doesn’t mean skimping on taste.
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Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Kale
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Whole grain croutons
- 0.5 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Anchovy paste
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the vegetables: chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Rinse and de-stem the kale, then chop it into small pieces. Add the kale into the bowl with the Romaine lettuce.
Step 3
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and the whole grain croutons over the salad.
Step 5
To make the heart-healthy Caesar dressing, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, anchovy paste, and freshly ground black pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk until all ingredients are well blended and smooth.
Step 6
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss everything together thoroughly to ensure all of the vegetables are lightly coated.
Step 7
Transfer the salad to individual serving bowls or plates.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish to accompany any meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1235.1 grams (1235.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1424 |
| Total Fat 58.10g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat 12.10g | 61% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.30g | |
| Cholesterol 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium 2469mg | 107% |
| Total Carbohydrate 193.60g | 70% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.10g | 100% |
| Total Sugars 22.10g | |
| Protein 55.90g | 112% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 893mg | 69% |
| Iron 15mg | 83% |
| Potassium 2241mg | 48% |
Source of Calories