Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNOLO's Kitchen & BarKale Caesar Recipe

Kale Caesar Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Vegetarian. Tuscan kale, roasted cauliflower, croutons, parmesan, roasted shallot Caesar dressing. Add salmon, steak, chicken for an additional charge.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Roasted Shallot Caesar Dressing

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the cauliflower florets in olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.

  2. 2

    Roast the Cauliflower

    Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, turning halfway through for even roasting.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Kale

    While the cauliflower is roasting, wash and dry the Tuscan kale. Remove the stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

  4. 4

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the roasted cauliflower, torn kale, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 5

    Roast Shallots

    In a small pan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced shallots and sauté until they are translucent and lightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 6

    Make the Dressing

    In a blender or food processor, combine the sautéed shallots, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and rinsed capers. Blend until smooth.

  3. 7

    Emulsify the Dressing

    With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil until the dressing is emulsified. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the roasted shallot Caesar dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Divide the salad into serving bowls and top with additional grated Parmesan if desired. Optional: Add grilled salmon, steak, or chicken for an additional charge.

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