What are the main ingredients of a Caesar salad?

The main ingredients of a Caesar salad include romaine lettuce, croutons, Caesar dressing, and Parmesan cheese.

Can I make Caesar salad healthier?

Yes, you can make it healthier by using a light dressing, adding grilled chicken, or omitting croutons.

Is Caesar salad high in calories?

It can be higher in calories due to the dressing and cheese, so portion control is advisable.

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How many calories in Caesar Salad?

A classic Caesar salad featuring romaine lettuce, croutons, and Caesar dressing, topped with Parmesan cheese. Enjoy this rich and creamy salad as a meal or side dish.

Per 100 g

150 kcal

1 serving

225 kcal

(150 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
4.2 g / 100g	7 g / 100g	12 g / 100g

In numbers

Where the calories come from

Protein 11% · Carbs 18% · Fat 71%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 serving (150 g, 225 kcal) is 11% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 serving takes about 55 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Compared with similar foods

Caesar Salad is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 170 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Crunchy Vegetable Sushi	140	3 g
Caesar Salad	150	4.2 g
Savory Lentil Shepherd's Pie	150	9 g
Savory Veggie Sushi	150	3 g
Doro Wat (Ethiopian Chicken Stew)	200	25 g
Savory Okonomiyaki	210	8 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

Serving sizes

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 serving	150 g	225 kcal
100 g	100 g	150 kcal
1 bowl	350 g	525 kcal
1 cup	200 g	300 kcal

Health score

6/10

Weight loss suitability

Opt for a light dressing or skip the croutons to reduce calorie intake while enjoying the flavors of a Caesar salad.

Frequently asked questions

What are the main ingredients of a Caesar salad?: The main ingredients of a Caesar salad include romaine lettuce, croutons, Caesar dressing, and Parmesan cheese.
Can I make Caesar salad healthier?: Yes, you can make it healthier by using a light dressing, adding grilled chicken, or omitting croutons.
Is Caesar salad high in calories?: It can be higher in calories due to the dressing and cheese, so portion control is advisable.

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