Dairy-Free Tahini Caesar Salad
Discover the perfect blend of creamy decadence and wholesome ingredients with this vibrant Dairy-Free Tahini Caesar Salad! This recipe reimagines the classic Caesar salad with a vegan twist, featuring a silky tahini-based dressing infused with zesty lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and nutritional yeast for that signature cheesy flavor—without dairy. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, topped with crunchy gluten-free croutons and optional vegan parmesan for extra indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is ideal for a quick and satisfying lunch or as a fresh side dish for dinner. Bursting with plant-based goodness, this is the ultimate salad for vegans, dairy-free eaters, and anyone seeking a healthier take on a beloved favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 0.25 cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Gluten-free croutons
- 2 tablespoons Vegan parmesan (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside in a large salad bowl.
In a blender or food processor, add tahini, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic (minced or pressed), olive oil, capers, nutritional yeast, water, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the dressing on high until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if necessary.
Drizzle the tahini Caesar dressing over the chopped romaine lettuce and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
Top the salad with gluten-free croutons and sprinkle vegan parmesan (optional) over the salad for added flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, dairy-free tahini Caesar salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.2 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2976 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.7 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 50.1 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5143 mg | 396% | |
| Iron | 21443.4 mg | 119130% | |
| Potassium | 3038 mg | 65% | |
*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.
