Description
A vibrant and nutrient-dense take on the classic Caesar salad. This recipe replaces traditional romaine with hearty lacinato kale, massaged to tenderness and tossed in a creamy, tangy Greek yogurt and nutritional yeast dressing. Finished with crunchy sourdough croutons and savory Parmesan cheese, this dish is a refreshing, healthy meal that balances umami flavors with crisp textures for a satisfyingly light yet robust eating experience.
Ingredients
2 bunches Lacinato kale
0.5 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 slices sourdough bread, cubed
0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Wash kale thoroughly and remove stems
Slice the kale leaves into thin ribbons
Place kale in a bowl with olive oil and massage for 3 minutes until softened
Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and nutritional yeast in a container
Pour dressing over massaged kale and toss well
Fold in toasted sourdough croutons just before serving
Top with shaved Parmesan cheese
Notes
Massaging the kale is essential for texture; don’t skip this step. Add the sourdough croutons at the very last moment to ensure they remain crunchy instead of soggy. For extra protein, toasted chickpeas make a great addition.
- Prep Time: 20
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Raw Assembly
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 12mg