Paleo Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Paleo Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad, a wholesome twist on the classic favorite that’s bursting with vibrant flavors and packed with nutrient-dense ingredients. Featuring tender, massaged kale as the base, this Paleo-friendly recipe swaps traditional croutons for golden, grain-free almond and coconut flour croutons, baked to perfection. The creamy, dairy-free Caesar dressing is a standout, crafted with fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, and an optional hint of savory anchovies, making it rich and tangy without compromising Paleo principles. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is the ultimate blend of health and indulgence, perfect for a quick lunch, dinner side, or as a meal prep staple.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups Kale (curly or Lacinato)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for massaging kale)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 units Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (Paleo-compliant)
• 2 units Anchovy fillets (optional, but Paleo-friendly)
• 1 unit Egg yolk (pastured)
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Almond flour (for croutons)
• 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
• 1 unit Egg (beaten, for croutons)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (for croutons)
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (for croutons)
• 1 teaspoon Avocado oil (for baking croutons)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare the Paleo croutons.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the beaten egg to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.

Step 4

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease with avocado oil.

Step 5

Roll the dough into small, crouton-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.

Step 7

Meanwhile, prepare the kale by washing it thoroughly and removing the tough stems. Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 8

Place the chopped kale in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Massage the kale with your hands for 2-3 minutes until it becomes tender.

Step 9

Prepare the Paleo Caesar dressing: In a small food processor or blender, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovy fillets (if using), and egg yolk. Blend until smooth.

Step 10

With the blender running, slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil until emulsified and creamy.

Step 11

Mix in nutritional yeast and black pepper, tasting and adjusting for seasoning if necessary.

Step 12

Pour the dressing over the massaged kale and toss to coat evenly.

Step 13

Top the salad with the cooled Paleo croutons.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy this healthy, Paleo-friendly Caesar salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(858.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1557.6

Total Fat 121.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 389mg	0%
Sodium 3187.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 64.1g	0%

Vitamin D 237IU	0%
Calcium 1040.6mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 3621.5mg	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: 65.3%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 19.4%