A typical Caesar has about 1000 Calories and 76 grams of fat. This recipe for Low-Calorie Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad light, but still yummy, version of the typical Caesar.
2slicesFrench breadcrusts removed and diced into ½ inch pieces (about 1 ½ cups)
1clovegarlicpressed or finely minced
2teaspoonsextra virgin olive oil
For the salad:
12cupsromaine lettucewashed and torn or sliced
½cupshredded parmesan cheese
For the Creamy Caesar Dressing:
⅓cupreduced-fat mayonnaise
3tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
2teaspoonsWorcestershire sauce
1teaspoonextra virgin olive oil
1teaspoonanchovy pasteor 2 anchovies in oil, rinsed and smashed into a paste
1teaspoonDijon mustard
2medium cloves garlicpressed or finely minced
¼cupgrated parmesan cheese
½teaspoonsalt
Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Prepare the dressing: Whisk all the ingredients together in a bowl. Set-aside. (make in advance if desired and store, covered, in the refrigerator. Can be made up to a week in advance)
Prepare the croutons: Heat the oven to 350º F. Combine the olive oil and garlic in a large bowl, add the bread cubes and toss to combine. Place on a cookie sheet in the oven and bake, stirring occasionally, until toasty and crisp, about 10 minutes. Watch them so they don't burn. Remove from the oven and set aside. (can easily be made in advance, although I do like them warm)
Prepare the chicken breasts: heat the grill to high. Season the chicken with the Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper. Grill on a lightly oiled grill until cooked through, about 3 - 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Putting it all together: Combine the lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and dressing in a large bowl. Toss well. Divide into individual serving plates. Slice the chicken and place it on top. Add croutons and serve.