Dairy-Free Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Dairy-Free Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-dense kale and baby spinach, this recipe features a creamy tahini-based dressing infused with zesty lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and capers—a perfect dairy-free alternative to traditional Caesar. Nutritional yeast adds a savory depth, while crunchy roasted chickpeas and dairy-free croutons deliver irresistible texture to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant salad pairs perfectly with vegan Parmesan for extra flavor and makes the ideal healthy, satisfying meal for any time of day. Whether you're dairy-free, vegan, or just looking for a fresh take on a beloved recipe, this kale Caesar salad is a must-try for your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Kale
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 clove Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.75 cup Chickpeas (roasted or plain)
- 1 cup Dairy-free croutons
- 0.25 cup Vegan Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the kale and baby spinach. Remove the stems from the kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, massage the kale with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt for 2-3 minutes, until the kale softens. Add the baby spinach to the same bowl and gently toss to combine.
Prepare the dressing: In a blender or a small food processor, combine the garlic, tahini, Dijon mustard, capers, nutritional yeast, water, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Pour the dressing over the kale and spinach mixture. Use tongs to toss the salad until the greens are evenly coated.
Top the salad with roasted chickpeas, dairy-free croutons, and vegan Parmesan, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, dairy-free twist on a classic Caesar salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.9 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3685 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.8 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4173 mg | 321% | |
| Iron | 16085.3 mg | 89363% | |
| Potassium | 1595 mg | 34% | |
*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.
