Dairy-Free Kale Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Dairy-Free Kale Caesar Salad, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-dense kale as the base, this recipe features a creamy, tangy tahini-based dressing infused with garlic, Dijon mustard, and nutritional yeast for that signature Caesar flavor—without the dairy. Massaging the kale with the rich dressing ensures tender, flavorful greens, while briny capers and crunchy toasted almonds add savory depth and satisfying texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and wholesome salad is perfect as a stand-alone dish or paired with your favorite protein. Whether you're vegan, dairy-sensitive, or simply craving something fresh, this recipe makes a deliciously healthy addition to your mealtime rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Kale
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 0.25 cup Almonds, toasted and sliced

Directions

Step 1

Remove the tough stems from the kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed garlic, lemon juice, tahini, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and remaining tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Add water to the dressing mixture and whisk until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more water a teaspoon at a time if the dressing is too thick.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the chopped kale and gently massage the leaves with your hands for about 1-2 minutes, until the leaves are well coated and slightly wilted.

Step 6

Fold in the capers and sliced almonds, gently tossing to combine.

Step 7

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(401.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	875.9

Total Fat 73.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1866.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.6g
Protein 28.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4077.0mg	0%
Iron 16077.3mg	0%
Potassium 1339.7mg	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: 73.8%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 13.5%