Description
This Green Goddess Caesar Salad with Chicken combines the creamy, herbaceous flavors of a green goddess dressing with the classic Caesar salad ingredients. Tossed with tender rotisserie chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, refreshing cucumber, and colorful watermelon radish slices, this salad is both vibrant and satisfying. The dressing features Parmigiano Reggiano, fresh herbs, anchovies, and Greek yogurt for a light yet flavorful twist on traditional Caesar. Perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Dressing
- ⅓ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced Parmigiano Reggiano
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 anchovy fillets
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 5 tablespoons fat-free Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup parsley, plus a few extra leaves for finishing
- ⅓ cup basil, plus a few extra leaves for finishing
- ¼ cup dill, plus a few extra leaves for finishing
Salad
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken breast, pulled into bite-size chunks
- ½ cup cucumber, sliced into coins
- ¼ cup watermelon radish, thinly sliced
- Black pepper, freshly cracked, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the grated and sliced Parmigiano Reggiano, fresh lemon juice, garlic clove, Dijon mustard, and anchovy fillets. Process for 15 to 20 seconds until blended and smooth.
- Add remaining dressing ingredients: Add the extra virgin olive oil, fat-free Greek yogurt, parsley, dill, and basil to the food processor. Run the machine for another 15 to 30 seconds until the herbs are finely chopped and the dressing is creamy. Reserve the dressing.
- Assemble the salad: Place the chopped romaine lettuce as the base in serving bowls or plates. Top with the pulled rotisserie chicken pieces, cucumber slices, and thinly sliced watermelon radish.
- Dress and garnish: Drizzle the prepared green goddess Caesar dressing over the salad. Finish by topping with extra herb leaves, additional slices of Parmigiano Reggiano, and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use fat-free Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing without sacrificing creaminess.
- Rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut but you can grill or bake chicken breasts if preferred.
- Thinly sliced watermelon radish adds a beautiful color contrast and a mild peppery crunch.
- Adjust anchovy amount based on your taste preference for saltiness and umami.
- This salad is best enjoyed immediately after dressing to maintain crispness.
