CAESAR SALAD WITH CREAMY TAHINI DRESSING
Increasing our fiber intake is a huge part of keeping our appetites, and cravings, in check. Salad is a great way to munch and crunch on satisfying greens, veggies, proteins, and flavor. This Caesar salad with a creamy tahini dressing could be part of a main meal, side dish, or anytime snack. You could also place a serving in a whole-grain wrap for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon tahini
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 4 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 ½ Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ cup vegetable broth low salt
- 3 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese divided
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
- 2 large heads of romaine lettuce cut into bite-size pieces
- Protein options: 1 pound grilled chicken strips cut into bite-size pieces, 1 pound grilled shrimp, halved, 16 ounces grilled tofu, cut into bite-size pieces
Instructions
- Add yogurt through broth into a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a medium bowl and whisk in the olive oil, half the cheese, and pepper. Set aside.
- Add the romaine to a large salad bowl and mix with half of the dressing and the other half of the Parmesan cheese. Taste and add more pepper and/or dressing as desired.
- Top with your favorite protein option. Makes 4-6 servings, depending on serving as a main dish or side dish.
Notes
Makes 4-6 servings, depending on serving as a main dish or side dish.
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