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Healthy Caesar Salad

Crisp romaine, parmesan or cheddar crisps, parmesan cheese, and a tangy Caesar dressing—this Healthy Caesar salad recipe is perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Course Main Course, Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 5

Ingredients

  • 2 large heads of romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 ½ cups parmesan or cheddar crisps store-bought or homemade
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for garnish
  • ½ small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 C Caesar Salad Dressing
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Lettuce: Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
  • Add the cheese crisps and sliced red onion: Sprinkle the parmesan crisps and sliced red onion evenly over the lettuce.
  • Incorporate the Parmesan cheese: Add the grated Parmesan cheese and gently toss to distribute.
  • Toss with Dressing: Just before serving, drizzle your Caesar dressing over the salad and toss well to coat everything evenly.
  • Finish with Pepper & Extra Cheese: Garnish with additional Parmesan and a few cracks of black pepper.

Notes

Optional Ingredients:  sliced cherry tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, roasted chickpeas, crushed red pepper flakes, meat protein such as crispy, rotisserie, or grilled chicken. Blackened or spicy shrimp or salmon is also a good protein option.