Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBirchTree Bread CompanyKale Caesar Recipe

Kale Caesar Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Baby kale, house-made Caesar dressing, toasted seeds, rosemary focaccia croutons

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Caesar Dressing

Toasted Seeds

Croutons

Method

Preparing the Caesar Dressing

  1. 1

    Make the Dressing

    In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Toasting the Seeds

  1. 2

    Toast the Pumpkin Seeds

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin seeds, olive oil, and salt. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Making the Croutons

  1. 3

    Prepare the Croutons

    While the seeds are toasting, preheat another oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the rosemary focaccia bread into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove and let cool.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Combine the Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, add the baby kale. Drizzle the house-made Caesar dressing over the kale and toss well to coat. Add the toasted pumpkin seeds and croutons, and toss gently to combine.

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