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Kale Caesar Salad

A nutritious twist on the classic Caesar salad, featuring massaged kale, homemade dressing, and crunchy croutons.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Kale Stems removed, leaves chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Croutons Store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Plain, unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
For the Croutons (if making homemade)
  • 2 slices Bread Stale or toasted, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For tossing
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder

Method
 

Prepare the Croutons
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy, stirring halfway through for even browning.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
  2. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the dressing.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped kale.
  2. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the kale and massage the leaves for about 2-3 minutes. This helps to soften the kale and enhance its flavor.
  3. Add the croutons and grated Parmesan cheese to the kale.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.
  5. Serve immediately for the best texture, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The dressing can also be made ahead of time and stored separately.

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