Dairy-Free Caesar Salad

Say goodbye to dairy without sacrificing flavor with this irresistible Dairy-Free Caesar Salad! Featuring a creamy, tangy dressing made from a blend of nutritional yeast, raw cashews, and capers, this recipe delivers all the bold, garlicky flavors you love in a classic Caesar—but entirely plant-based. The crisp romaine lettuce is tossed with homemade gluten-free garlic croutons, baked to golden perfection, adding a satisfying crunch to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is perfect as a light lunch or a crowd-pleasing side dish. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this twist on a timeless favorite is sure to impress everyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 0.5 cup Raw cashews
• 1 tablespoon Capers
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 slices Gluten-free bread
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for croutons)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by preparing the dairy-free dressing: In a blender, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic cloves, nutritional yeast, raw cashews, capers, water, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

2. Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

Step 3

3. Cover the dressing and refrigerate while you prepare the rest of the salad.

Step 4

4. To make the croutons, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

5. Cut the gluten-free bread slices into cubes, about 1/2-inch in size.

Step 6

6. In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil and garlic powder until evenly coated.

Step 7

7. Spread the coated bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Step 8

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through the cooking time. Set aside to cool.

Step 9

9. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, wash thoroughly, and drain any excess water using a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels.

Step 10

10. In a large bowl, toss the chopped romaine with the dairy-free Caesar dressing until evenly coated.

Step 11

11. Add the cooled croutons on top, gently mix, and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1006.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1916.7

Total Fat 169.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1958.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 32.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.7mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1964.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.7%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 16.7%