Best 2 Healthier Caesar Salad Dressing Canyon Ranch Recipes
Caesar salad is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. The traditional Caesar salad dressing is made with mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic, anchovies, and Dijon mustard. While this dressing is delicious, it is also very high in calories and fat.
This recipe for a healthier Caesar salad dressing is made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. Greek yogurt is a good source of protein and calcium, and it is also lower in calories and fat than mayonnaise. This dressing also uses a combination of Dijon mustard and lemon juice instead of anchovies. The result is a dressing that is just as flavorful as the traditional Caesar salad dressing, but it is much healthier.
This article also includes recipes for a healthier Caesar salad croutons and a healthier Parmesan cheese. These recipes are all easy to make, and they are a great way to enjoy a delicious and healthy Caesar salad.
CAESAR DRESSING
Healthy Caesar Dressing made with Greek yogurt is a homemade twist on traditional Caesar dressing that's so much better than storebought!
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Salad
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Puree until smooth and emulsified.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 119 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g
RANCH CAESAR SALAD #RSC
Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. A unique modification to a common Chicken Caesar Salad
Provided by dekin001
Categories Weeknight
Time 30m
Yield 2-4 salads, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- mix the shallot + parmesan + butter + bread crumbs then spread evenly on a baking pan and oven bake 5 minutes @ 300 deg.
- set cool 10 minutes.
- pan fry each chicken piece for 3 minutes on medium heat per side with salt and pepper for taste.
- combine the romaine lettuce (1 inch square cuts) + yellow peppers julienne style cuts (¼ inch thin cuts) + ranch dressing + caesar dressing and toss evenly and gently for 10 seconds then placed onto plates.
- add cucumbers (8 slices then quartered, 8 piece per serving).
- add tomatos (quartered 2 tomatoes per serving).
- add avocado (diced into 12 chunks per avocado slice ¼ avocado each serving).
- bread crumbs placed on top.
- chicken is cut into ½ inch slices after cooking then placed on top.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1243.2, Fat 77, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 209.5, Sodium 1154.6, Carbohydrate 67.6, Fiber 19.2, Sugar 20.8, Protein 76.9
Tips:
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
- If you don't have anchovy paste, you can use Worcestershire sauce instead.
- Add a little bit of crushed garlic for a more savory flavor.
- If you like a creamy dressing, you can add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or mayonnaise.
- For a lighter dressing, you can use low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise or yogurt.
- Serve the dressing immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This healthier Caesar salad dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on salads, sandwiches, and even as a marinade. It's a great way to add flavor to your meals without all the unhealthy fats and calories. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful dressing, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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