Description
A fresh and healthy twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring nutrient-packed kale and a creamy homemade dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch kale, washed and chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup croutons
Instructions
- Wash and dry the kale thoroughly. Remove stems and chop leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt to make the dressing.
- Massage the dressing into the kale leaves for 2-3 minutes to soften them.
- Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Top with croutons and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh kale for the best texture.
- For extra crunch, toast the croutons before adding them.
- Adjust lemon juice and salt to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
