Low Fat Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad
Experience the deliciously lighter side of a classic favorite with this Low Fat Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad recipe—a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish perfect for health-conscious foodies. This twist on the beloved Sweetgreen Kale Caesar combines crisp kale and romaine lettuce with a creamy low-fat Greek yogurt dressing, infused with Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and grated Parmesan for bold flavor without the guilt. Massaging the tangy dressing into the kale ensures tender, flavorful greens, while crunchy whole-grain croutons and optional cherry tomatoes add texture and sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy salad is ideal for a quick lunch or dinner side, offering a satisfying and wholesome alternative to traditional Caesar salads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups kale
- 2 cups romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cups low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup whole-grain croutons
- 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and dry the kale and romaine lettuce. Remove the kale leaves from the stems and tear them into bite-sized pieces. Chop the romaine lettuce. Combine both in a large salad bowl.
In a blender or food processor, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic clove, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Pour the prepared dressing over the kale and romaine in the salad bowl. Massage the dressing into the kale for about 1-2 minutes to make it more tender.
Add the whole-grain croutons and cherry tomatoes (if using) to the salad. Toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a fresh, nutrient-packed dish. Optionally garnish with extra grated Parmesan or a sprinkle of black pepper for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 2097 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.9 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.4 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 754 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1227 mg | 26% | |
*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.
