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We\u2019ve all been stuck in a lunch rut at some point. Eating something with a lot of nutrients for our midday meal is the goal, but coming up with something new every once in a while is a challenge. That\u2019s why we find ourselves going back to this rewarding kale Caesar salad recipe time and time again.<\/p>\n
This kale Caesar recipe is everything we love and expect from a restaurant-quality Caesar salad, but the nutrient-dense kale keeps things interesting with its ruffled texture, dark green color and earthy flavor. We\u2019ll show you how to make this recipe, plus give you tips, tricks and customization ideas to make this salad yours.<\/p>\n
In a large salad bowl, toss together the chopped kale, torn romaine, croutons and shredded Parmesan cheese until everything is evenly dispersed.<\/p>\n Grab a small bowl and whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, minced garlic, salt and pepper until combined.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> An easier way to break down garlic is by grating it on a Microplane<\/a> rather than mincing it with a chef\u2019s knife. Also, feel free to omit the anchovy paste if you are fish-averse, but keep in mind that it is a traditional ingredient in Caesar salad, so the recipe may not taste quite the same without it.<\/p>\n Pour the dressing over the salad base, and toss to coat. Serve the salad immediately.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em> If desired, add more shaved Parmesan, croutons, and a few cracks of black or pink pepper on top.<\/p>\n To store, place the leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to two days.<\/p>\n Yes, you can build the salad base and make the dressing for this salad ahead of time. However, don\u2019t mix the two together until you\u2019re ready to serve the salad. Otherwise, the dressing will make the salad base go soggy.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re feeding a large crowd with this kale Caesar salad recipe, put some heartier dishes alongside the salad. Contest-winning cheese-stuffed shells<\/a>, a buttery homemade chicken potpie<\/a>, grilled ribeyes with garlic blue cheese mustard sauce<\/a> or this creamy, tomato-y pot of Italian sausage with bow ties<\/a> would be perfect.<\/p>\n Before cutting up your kale, wash it really well under cool running water, making sure to get between the curly edges. Pat the kale dry with clean paper towels. De-stem the kale leaves, and discard the kale stems. Stack the kale leaves on top of one another, roll the pile into a cigar shape and chop away.<\/p>\n Kale leaves are known to hold a lot of bitterness, but that bitterness seemingly melts away after kale gets a good deep-tissue massage in some olive oil. 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Step 2: Mix the dressing<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Toss and serve<\/h3>\n
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How to Store Kale Caesar Salad<\/h2>\n
Can you make Kale Caesar Salad ahead of time?<\/h2>\n
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What can you serve with kale Caesar salad?<\/h3>\n
How should the kale be prepared before it is added to the salad?<\/h3>\n