Tuna and eggs provide the protein for this meat-free alternative to traditional caesar salad.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
- 4 thick slices white bread
- 1 large cos lettuce, trimmed, leaves separated
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 425g can tuna in springwater, drained, flaked
- 1 cup (80g) shaved parmesan cheese
- 2/3 cup caesar salad dressing
Method
- Step 1Bring a small saucepan of water to the boil over high heat. Carefully add eggs. Cook for 4 minutes (see tip). Drain and rinse under cold water. Peel eggs and coarsely chop.
- Step 2Meanwhile, toast bread until golden. Cut toast into 2cm pieces.
- Step 3Place lettuce, onion, tuna and parmesan in a large serving bowl. Add egg and toast. Toss gently to combine. Pour dressing over salad Gently toss to combine. Serve.
- Low carb
- Low sugar
- Lower gi
Nutrition
2248 kj
Energy
37g
Fat Total
9g
Saturated Fat
2g
Fibre
33g
Protein
200mg
Cholesterol
755.55mg
Sodium
2g
Carbs (sugar)
18g
Carbs (total)
All nutrition values are per serve
Notes
These eggs are soft boiled. If you prefer hard-boiled eggs, cook for a further 3 to 4 minutes. Time saver tip: Buy packaged, shaved parmesan cheese and use packaged, ready-made croutons.
- Author: Cathie Lonnie
- Image credit: Mark O'Meara
- Publication: Super Food Ideas
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