Whole30 Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad
Reimagine your favorite Caesar salad with this Whole30 Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad, a deliciously nutrient-packed twist on the classic dish. Featuring hearty curly kale massaged with a creamy, Whole30-compliant Caesar dressing made from zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and nutritional yeast, this salad delivers bold, savory flavors without any dairy. Topped with irresistible, crunchy almond "croutons" roasted with garlic powder and paprika, this salad offers a wholesome crunch in every bite. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or meal prep option, this paleo-friendly recipe comes together in just 25 minutes and is certain to elevate your salad game while keeping you on track with your Whole30 goals.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Curly kale
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Whole30-compliant)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 Anchovy fillets (optional, Whole30-compliant)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Raw almonds
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Prepare the almond 'croutons': Chop the almonds into small, crouton-sized pieces. Toss them with avocado oil, garlic powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 3
Bake the almonds for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Set aside to cool.
Step 4
Wash the kale leaves thoroughly, remove the tough stems, and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Place the kale in a large mixing bowl.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, prepare the Caesar dressing: Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, egg yolks, nutritional yeast, and anchovy fillets (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the kale and use your hands to massage it into the leaves. This will help soften the kale and distribute the dressing evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the cooled almond 'croutons' over the salad.
Step 8
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (651.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1199.7 |
| Total Fat 92.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.3g | |
| Cholesterol 389mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3007.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.7g | |
| Protein 51.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 196.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1312.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2448.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories