Kale Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Kale Caesar Salad, a modern twist on the classic favorite! Featuring tender, hand-massaged kale leaves coated in a creamy, savory Caesar dressing made from scratch, this recipe shines with bold flavors from anchovy fillets, garlic, Dijon mustard, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The homemade dressing is brought to life with a luxurious olive oil emulsion, bright lemon juice, and just the right hint of umami from Worcestershire sauce. Topped with golden, crunchy croutons and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan, this salad is the perfect blend of crisp and creamy. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a nutrient-packed, delicious dish that works as a side or a satisfying main. Try this Kale Caesar Salad for a healthy, gourmet take on a timeless favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Kale
- 4 pieces Anchovy fillets
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.75 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Croutons
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Start by washing the kale thoroughly under cold water. Remove the tough stems, then tear or chop the kale leaves into bite-sized pieces.
To prepare the dressing, finely mince the anchovy fillets and garlic cloves.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the minced anchovies and garlic, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and the egg yolk.
Slowly drizzle in 0.75 cup of extra virgin olive oil while continuously whisking the mixture to create an emulsion.
Stir in 0.5 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Place the kale in a large serving bowl. Pour the finished dressing over the kale, and gently massage the leaves with your hands to ensure they are fully coated and tenderized.
Add 1 cup of croutons and toss to combine.
Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your Kale Caesar Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.2 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 2778 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1301 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2797 mg | 60% | |
*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.
