ORGANIC KALE CAESAR Recipe
Indulge in our Organic Kale Caesar, a vibrant twist on a classic favorite. Fresh, crisp organic kale is lovingly tossed in a creamy, tangy Caesar dressing, accented with zesty lemon and rich nutritional yeast. Topped with crunchy homemade croutons and a sprinkle of parmesan, this salad is both wholesome and satisfying—a perfect balance of flavors that will leave you craving more!
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Ingredients
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General
Caesar Dressing
Croutons
Method
Prepare the Croutons
Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to bake the croutons.
Prepare the bread
Cut day-old bread into 1/2-inch cubes. You can use sourdough, whole wheat, or any bread of your choice.
Bake the croutons
Spread the seasoned bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through. Let cool.
Make the Caesar Dressing
Prepare dressing ingredients
Gather the ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil or vegan mayo, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, 1–2 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon capers or anchovy paste (optional), salt and pepper to taste.
Blend the dressing
Add all the dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or nutritional yeast if desired.
Assemble the Salad
Prepare the kale
Wash and dry a bunch of organic kale. Remove tough stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Optionally, massage the kale with a small amount of olive oil for 1–2 minutes to soften the texture.
Toss kale with dressing
In a large bowl, toss the kale with the prepared Caesar dressing until all leaves are well coated.
Add toppings
Top the dressed kale with the crunchy homemade croutons and a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese (or a vegan alternative).
Serve
Serve immediately as a wholesome side or light meal. Enjoy your Organic Kale Caesar!
