January Meal Prep: Caesar Done Right

One of my favorite meals, whether it's at home or at a restaurant, is a chicken caesar salad. I am not so much a sweets person as I am a crunchy savory person. Anyone else agree? 

So when I started taking my health and fitness a little more seriously, I knew I had to cut out the fatty dressing in my beloved Caesar salads. 

Here are my favorite tips, tricks, and ways to cut the calories... plus get a little creative... with the Caesar salad!


Chicken Avocado Burritos!
http://omgchocolatedesserts.com/chicken-avocado-burritos/

This is a little bit of a long shot, but still OH SO GOOD. There are a few ways to you can make it healthier, but it can very much be 21 Day Fix approved if you portion correctly!
My tips to take it down a bit... instead of white shells use a whole wheat and cut back on the cheese.















Pasta Salads!
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/broccoli_feta_pasta_salad.html

This is the first of 2 pasta "salads" that I want to share. Seriously, how yummy is a pasta salad? You can get the taste of a Caesar, minus the lettuce, and still keep it healthy with great alternatives like veggie noodles and tons of chopped veggies! 














Okay okay... let's get the lettuce back in the salad....
Pasta Caesar Salad
http://lecremedelacrumb.com/2014/08/chicken-caesar-pasta-salad.html

This particular recipe was repinned on my Pinterest over 20 times, so you know it must be yummy!
















Caesar Salad Pamesan Cups
https://foodgawker.com/post/2014/06/04/353402/

I know a great idea! Let's take the BOWL out of the recipe too... these are great for a party or as a side dish at dinner. 
















Let's talk Dressing!!!!!!!!
http://www.thechunkychef.com/homemade-caesar-salad-dressing/

Now this is a pretty "typical" dressing. You could cut corners as needed, but with the right portions, you won't be over doing it.














How about a skinny version????
  
http://www.blessedbeyondadoubt.com/easy-lemon-caesar-dressing-recipe/
This is super easy, only requires a few ingredients, but still has the same amazing effect! No mayo!


Eeeek! And now my favorite!!!!!!!!!!!
http://www.sugardishme.com/copycat-panera-power-kale-caesar-salad/#_a5y_p=4179423

Have you ever had the Power Kale Salad from Panera? Well here is the copycat recipe for it!
Pack in those power greens! And enjoy a yummy healthy dressing!


















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