Dairy-Free Kale Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Dairy-Free Kale Caesar Salad, a fresh twist on the classic that’s perfect for plant-based eaters and health-conscious foodies alike. Featuring nutrient-packed raw kale massaged to tenderness, this recipe swaps traditional ingredients for a creamy and tangy tahini-based dressing infused with garlic, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast for that signature umami punch—without a drop of dairy. Toasted almonds lend a delightful crunch, while briny capers add bursts of flavor to every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this wholesome and satisfying salad is ideal as a light lunch, side dish, or make-ahead meal for busy days. Whether you're vegan, lactose-intolerant, or simply seeking a healthy Caesar salad alternative, this recipe is guaranteed to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Kale
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 0.25 cup Almonds, toasted and sliced
Instructions
Remove the tough stems from the kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed garlic, lemon juice, tahini, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Add water to the dressing mixture and whisk until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more water a teaspoon at a time if the dressing is too thick.
Pour the dressing over the chopped kale and gently massage the leaves with your hands for about 1-2 minutes, until the leaves are well coated and slightly wilted.
Fold in the capers and sliced almonds, gently tossing to combine.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1866 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.4 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4077 mg | 314% | |
| Iron | 16077.3 mg | 89318% | |
| Potassium | 1340 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
