Description
A light and nutritious twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring lean turkey breast, crisp romaine lettuce, and a tangy homemade Caesar dressing. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked turkey breast, sliced
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup whole wheat croutons
- 1/4 cup light Caesar dressing
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the romaine lettuce and place in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix the Caesar dressing, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic.
- Add the sliced cooked turkey breast to the lettuce.
- Drizzle the dressing mixture over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and whole wheat croutons.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie turkey or substitute with grilled chicken for convenience.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free croutons and dressing.
- For extra crunch, add chopped cucumbers or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg