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Chicken Caesar Salad with ÉVO® Hass Avocado: Creamy Australian Avocado Caesar in 10 Minutes

Best with Hard Ripe ÉVO® Hass Avocado

A true Caesar does not rely on cream – it relies on sharp, anchovy-rich dressing, crisp lettuce and the right avocado texture for balance. Hard ripe ÉVO® Hass avocados hold their shape in slices while still delivering a luscious, creamy bite that enriches every forkful. As the world’s first avocado brand powered by AI ripeness scanning, ÉVO® Hass lets you confidently choose the ideal hard ripe stage for salads, bowls and toppings where structure matters. This quick Australian-style Chicken Caesar Salad layers juicy grilled chicken, crunchy croutons and a punchy anchovy dressing with silky avocado for a satisfying, nourishing meal in minutes.

What You’ll Need

  • 2 hard ripe ÉVO® Hass avocados, sliced
  • 1 large romaine lettuce, chopped
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 2 cups toasted croutons
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 anchovy fillets, finely chopped (or 1 tbsp anchovy paste)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 4 grilled chicken breast fillets, sliced
  • Sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh parsley

How to Make It

  1. Slice the hard ripe ÉVO® Hass avocados so they hold clean wedges, then chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a small blender or bowl, combine mayonnaise, garlic, anchovies, Dijon, lemon juice and olive oil, then blend or whisk until the dressing is smooth, thick and creamy.
  3. Taste and season the dressing with sea salt, cracked black pepper and extra lemon juice if needed, adjusting consistency with a splash of water or more olive oil.
  4. In a large serving bowl, layer the chopped romaine, ÉVO® Hass avocado slices, toasted croutons and grated Parmesan so the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Add the warm sliced grilled chicken over the top so its juices mingle lightly with the salad without wilting the lettuce.
  6. Drizzle over enough anchovy dressing to coat, then gently toss so the lettuce stays crisp and the avocado retains its structure.
  7. Finish with extra Parmesan, cracked black pepper and chopped fresh parsley, serving immediately for maximum crunch and freshness.

Tips & Variations

  • Use softer ripe avocado only if serving immediately and tossing very gently to avoid breaking the slices.
  • For a vegetarian twist, swap grilled chicken for roasted chickpeas or grilled haloumi.
  • Skip traditional croutons by using toasted almonds, pepitas or sunflower seeds for a gluten-conscious crunch.
  • Lighten the dressing by replacing part of the mayonnaise with Greek yoghurt while maintaining lemon and anchovy for flavour.
  • Add cherry tomatoes, radishes or cucumber ribbons for extra freshness, colour and hydration.

Good For You

This updated Caesar provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and fibre from Australian Hass avocado, supporting satiety and steady energy. Grilled chicken contributes high-quality lean protein to help maintain muscle and make the salad a complete meal. Anchovies supply beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and umami depth, encouraging satisfaction with modest portions. Romaine lettuce, herbs and whole-grain crouton options can add fibre, vitamin K, folate and other micronutrients for everyday wellness. With ÉVO® Hass’s AI-guided ripeness assessment reducing guesswork, you can choose hard ripe fruit that delivers both ideal texture and optimal eating quality in every salad.