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prep time
10 min
cook time
8 min
ready time
18 min
Keto Cucumber Chicken Caesar Salad
Simple caesar salad has been elevated to a more filling and vibrant dish! A juicy, lightly seasoned chicken thigh adds bulk and a little fat to this meal. A mix of bright and crunchy cucumber and red onion compliments your chicken. All that is left to add is your favorite caesar dressing!
Jessica L.
Net Carbs
4.5 g
Fiber
2.2 g
Total Carbs
6.8 g
Protein
35.8 g
Fats
34.9 g
488 cals
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Ingredients
Chicken Thigh
4 ounce
Salt
⅛ teaspoon
Black Pepper
⅛ teaspoon
Italian Seasoning
¼ teaspoon
Olive Oil
2 teaspoon
Cucumber
2-½ ounce
Red Onion
½ ounce
Caesar Dressing
2 tablespoon
Romaine Lettuce
1-½ ounce
Parmesan Cheese
¼ ounce
Recipe Steps
steps 3
18 min
Step 1
Season one side of a small chicken thigh with salt, pepper, and italian seasoning. Cook the chicken in olive oil in a small pan over medium high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Set the chicken aside to cool when done.Step 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine diced cucumber, diced red onion, and caesar dressing.Step 3
To arrange your salad, rip or cut up the romaine lettuce. Top the lettuce with the cucumber dressing mix. Then, slice and arrange the chicken on top. Follow this with shaved or shredded parmesan cheese. Enjoy warm or cold!
Comments
SpectacularRadish209551 3 months ago
Great recipe!
Craazybirdlady 3 years ago
Yum!
KatSiebler 3 years ago
I love making salads! May I suggest using a mix for the greens , I use half spring mix and half spinach since ( correct me if I’m wrong! ) they have nutrients and romaine lettuce has little nutrients. ( I used to eat Romain lettuce all the time, in all my meals, and I thought I was being healthy, or at least getting my nutrients…until I realized it was mostly just water, I think… after that I switched to spinach or salad mixes that come in boxes.
FabulousRadish202839 7 months ago
Also you can check healthline.com healthiest salad greens. 🙏😎🖖
FabulousRadish202839 7 months ago
I’ve also read (Green Smoothie Cleanse) eating the same greens all the time can cause problems — best to alternate or I’d guess as you’re doing — mix them up. 🙏😎🖖
SuperKetone173395 2 years ago
Although it's low in fiber, it's high in minerals, such as calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, and potassium. It's naturally low in sodium. Plus, romaine lettuce is packed with vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. It's a good source of beta carotene, which converts into vitamin A in the body
iddocdunnf61a 2 years ago
I know iceberg lettuce is just water but was told that romaine was nutrient
FabulousArugula512035 4 years ago
Looks great! I make a jar of pesto type salad dressing/ meat marinade/ veggie roasting oil. I add fresh chopped basil to my food processor, drizzle in olive oil until it's at a nice consistency. Add it to a mason jar. Mix in garlic, I like roasted garlic...but using powder is fine too. Salt, pepper and a wee bit of onion powder. Add a good amount of lemon juice to taste. Add in some shredded parmesan when you're using it...great for a ceasar and a Greek or on your zucchini noodles. It's cheap, handy and you know what's in it, I don't buy bottled anymore.
TinyTinaTots 4 years ago
Delish! Always looking for something quick and easy to do with my leftover rotisserie chicken. Made my own ceasar dressing with mayo, minced garlic, lemon juice, worcester, salt & pep. Hit the spot!
Anonymous 5 years ago
Cesar dressing brand used?
BeFierce 3 years ago
I agree with Marie’s brand! So good!
MsDachshund 3 years ago
Marie’s Cesar dressing is 2 g net carbs for 2 tbsp.
KatSiebler 3 years ago
Thank you for reply “recipewriter” 👍🏼 I was wondering the same thing I use Renee garlic lovers Caesar salad dressing. It tastes so amazing that I feel like it has to be the worst thing for me but I’m not sure if it is , it doesn’t seem like the worst when I read the nutritional label though
TinyTinaTots 4 years ago
Make your own, it's quick and easy! You can even find low carb keto dressing recipes
recipewriter 5 years ago
Check the nutrition label on your dressing. This recipe's dressing has 1g carbs, 17g fat, and 1g protein per 2 tablespoons.
Anonymous 5 years ago
Does it make a huge difference without the cucumber?
recipewriter 5 years ago
You would simply be missing out on the flavor and texture the cucumber provides as well as 1-2 g carbohydrates.
DinMpls 6 years ago
Are chicken "thighs" important? I buy bags of frozen chicken breasts - those are zero carb also.
KatSiebler 3 years ago
I do the same!🤣 I felt like the only one haha but it is so much easier!! I love it! 👍🏼
recipewriter 6 years ago
Chicken breast is absolutely fine here! Chicken thighs simply have a little more fat.
CFH 6 years ago
Delicious. Includes Greens, Cucumber and Red Onion, which cut the sense of being "too fatty". Satisfying and the numbers work out in the balance. Don't forget to burn off thiose fats with exercise...