Romaine Caesar Bowl (Printable)

Crisp romaine with creamy Caesar dressing, homemade croutons, and protein for a complete meal

# What You’ll Need:

→ Salad Base

01 - 2 large heads romaine lettuce, washed, dried, and chopped
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

→ Croutons

04 - 3 cups day-old bread, cubed
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Protein

09 - 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced, or 1 can chickpeas drained and roasted, or 8 ounces grilled shrimp

→ Caesar Dressing

10 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
12 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
13 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
14 - 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
15 - 1 garlic clove, minced
16 - 2 anchovy fillets, finely minced
17 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
18 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool completely.
02 - In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, anchovies, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
03 - Grill chicken breasts and slice, or roast drained chickpeas at 400°F tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 20 minutes, or grill shrimp until just cooked through.
04 - In a large bowl, toss chopped romaine with half the Caesar dressing. Add cherry tomatoes and shaved Parmesan cheese.
05 - Top salad with croutons and protein of choice. Drizzle remaining dressing over the top and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple and quick to prepare in just 30 minutes.
  • Features a versatile base that accommodates chicken, shrimp, or roasted chickpeas.
  • The homemade dressing combines Greek yogurt and mayonnaise for a lighter yet creamy finish.
02 -
  • For an extra layer of flavor, add crispy bacon bits or a soft-boiled egg on top.
  • If you are short on time, high-quality store-bought croutons can be used as a convenient substitute.
  • While anchovies add a classic umami depth, they can be omitted if you prefer a milder flavor.
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