Kale Caesar Entrée Recipe
Parmigiana, cherry tomatoes, focaccia croutons, and Caesar dressing.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Focaccia Croutons
Caesar Dressing
Method
Prepare the Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Tear Kale
Rinse the kale under cold water, then remove the tough stems. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Prepare Cherry Tomatoes
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the bowl with the kale.
- 3
Add Parmesan Cheese
Grate the Parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the kale and tomatoes.
Make Focaccia Croutons
- 4
Cut Focaccia
Cut the focaccia bread into small cubes, about 1-inch in size.
- 5
Toss with Oil and Seasoning
In a large bowl, combine the focaccia cubes, olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Toss until the bread is evenly coated.
- 6
Bake Croutons
Spread the coated focaccia cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Prepare Caesar Dressing
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, anchovy paste, and black pepper until smooth.
Assemble the Salad
- 8
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the prepared Caesar dressing over the kale and cherry tomatoes. Toss gently to combine.
- 9
Add Croutons
Top the salad with the freshly baked focaccia croutons. Serve immediately.
