Vegan Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Vegan Caesar Salad, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite! Crisp romaine lettuce is tossed with a luxuriously creamy cashew-based dressing, infused with zesty lemon, savory nutritional yeast, and umami-rich capers for an authentic, dairy-free Caesar experience. Homemade whole-grain croutons baked to golden perfection add crunch and texture, while garlic and olive oil enhance every bite. Perfect as a light yet satisfying main course or a crowd-pleasing side, this easy-to-make vegan salad comes together in just 30 minutes and delivers bold flavors you'll love. Ideal for anyone seeking a healthy, vegan alternative to traditional Caesar salad, it's an irresistible blend of freshness and indulgence!
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Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce or tamari
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Cut the whole grain bread into 1-inch cubes to make croutons.
Step 3
In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.
Step 4
Spread the coated bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden and crispy, tossing halfway through.
Step 5
While the croutons are baking, prepare the romaine lettuce by washing, drying, and chopping it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Step 6
For the dressing, combine 1 cup of raw cashews, 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce or tamari, 0.5 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, and 2 tablespoons of capers in a blender or food processor.
Step 7
Blend the dressing ingredients until completely smooth and creamy. Add a bit more water if necessary to achieve your desired consistency.
Step 8
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce with the dressing, tossing until the leaves are evenly coated.
Step 9
Add the baked croutons to the salad and gently mix to combine.
Step 10
Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1705.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1724.9 |
| Total Fat 113.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4713.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 136.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.3g | |
| Protein 62.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 626.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3753.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories